How to Pronounce Crud

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

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Syllable

4

Letters

/kɹʌd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “crud”

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

What does crud mean?

noun

  1. Dirt, filth or refuse.
  2. (by extension) Something of poor quality.

interjection

  1. Non-vulgar interjection expressing annoyance, anxiety, etc.; sugar, damn.

Synonyms

crap

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Words that rhyme with crud

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scudthudstudfloodbuddudstridbluebloodredbud

Related words

filthdarndangdamndammitheckshootcrap

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crud"?▾

"Crud" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "crud"?▾

The IPA transcription of "crud" is /kɹʌd/.

What does "crud" mean?▾

Crud: Dirt, filth or refuse.

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