To pronounce "cruelest", say CRUEL-est — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"cruelest" has 2 syllables: cruel-est. It rhymes with gulist and coolest, if that helps it stick.
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“The supervisor was very cruel to Josh, as he would always give Josh the hardest, most degrading work he could find.”
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"Cruelest" has 2 syllables: cruel · est.
Cruelest: Intentionally causing or reveling in pain and suffering; merciless, heartless.
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