How to Pronounce Crouch

To pronounce "crouch", say CROUCH — one syllable, IPA /kɹaʊt͡ʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/kɹaʊt͡ʃ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “crouch”

"crouch" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with grouch and slouch, if that helps it stick.

What does crouch mean?

noun

  1. A bent or stooped position.

    “The cat waited in a crouch, hidden behind the hedge.”

verb

  1. To bend down; to stoop low; to stand close to the ground with legs bent, like an animal when waiting for prey, or someone in fear.

    “We crouched behind the low wall until the squad of soldiers had passed by.”

  2. To bend servilely; to bow in reverence or humility.

Words that rhyme with crouch

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grouchslouchvouchlouchecouchpouchscaramouchsmouchrouchezoutch

Related words

scrunchbendsquatbowstoopkneelbiddingcurb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crouch"?▾

"Crouch" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "crouch"?▾

The IPA transcription of "crouch" is /kɹaʊt͡ʃ/.

What does "crouch" mean?▾

Crouch: A bent or stooped position.

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