How to Pronounce Crossed

To pronounce "crossed", say CROSS-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /kɹɑst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

crossed

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/kɹɑst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “crossed”

"crossed" has 2 syllables: cross-ed. It rhymes with lost and accost, if that helps it stick.

What does crossed mean?

verb

  1. To make or form a cross.
  2. To move relatively.

adjective

  1. Marked by a line drawn crosswise, often denoting cancellation.
  2. Folded.

    “crossed legs”

Synonyms

cross-fertilizecrossbreed

Words that rhyme with crossed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lostaccostfrostlastembossedexhausttossedglossedglostrost

Related words

acrossdecussatecrossbredhybridinterbredintercrossedintersectantintersecting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crossed"?▾

"Crossed" has 2 syllables: cross · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "crossed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "crossed" is /kɹɑst/.

What does "crossed" mean?▾

Crossed: To make or form a cross.

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