How to Pronounce Crossroads

To pronounce "crossroads", say CROSSR-oads — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

CROSSR-oads

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💡 Tip for remembering “crossroads”

"crossroads" has 2 syllables: crossr-oads. It rhymes with loads and implodes, if that helps it stick.

What does crossroads mean?

noun

  1. A crossroads (place where one road crosses another).
  2. A road that crosses another.

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Words that rhyme with crossroads

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loadsimplodesroadstoadsexplodesnodescorrodeserodesinroadscodesdownloadsnematodes

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crossroads"?▾

"Crossroads" has 2 syllables: crossr · oads.

What does "crossroads" mean?▾

Crossroads: A crossroads (place where one road crosses another).

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