To pronounce "cross-grained", say CROSSGR-ain-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CROSSGR-ain-ed
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"cross-grained" has 3 syllables: crossgr-ain-ed. It rhymes with crossgrained, if that helps it stick.
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"Cross-grained" has 3 syllables: crossgr · ain · ed.
Cross-grained: (of timber) Having an irregular rather than a parallel grain.
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