How to Pronounce Cross-examine

To pronounce "cross-examine", say CROSS-ex-am-in-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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CROSS-ex-am-in-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “cross-examine”

"cross-examine" has 5 syllables: cross-ex-am-in-e.

What does cross-examine mean?

verb

  1. To question (someone) closely in order to verify facts, or information previously given.
  2. To question a trial witness who has already been questioned by the other side.

Related words

interrogateaskquestioninterviewexaminecross-checkcheckre-examine

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How many syllables are in "cross-examine"?▾

"Cross-examine" has 5 syllables: cross · ex · am · in · e.

What does "cross-examine" mean?▾

Cross-examine: To question (someone) closely in order to verify facts, or information previously given.

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