How to Pronounce Croup

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

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Letters

/kɹuːp/

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💡 Tip for remembering “croup”

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

What does croup mean?

noun

  1. An infectious illness of the larynx, especially in young children, causing respiratory difficulty.

verb

  1. (obsolete outside dialectal) To croak, make a hoarse noise.

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Words that rhyme with croup

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groupstooppoopdupetroupeloopwhoopswooprooptroopdroopsnoop

Related words

rumpcroupehindquartersgroupcruppercroupadenatchcurb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "croup"?▾

"Croup" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "croup"?▾

The IPA transcription of "croup" is /kɹuːp/.

What does "croup" mean?▾

Croup: An infectious illness of the larynx, especially in young children, causing respiratory difficulty.

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