How to Pronounce Crystals

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

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Letters

/ˈkɹɪstəlz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “crystals”

"crystals" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with pistols, if that helps it stick.

What does crystals mean?

noun

  1. A solid composed of an array of atoms or molecules possessing long-range order and arranged in a pattern which is periodic in three dimensions.
  2. A piece of glimmering, shining mineral resembling ice or glass.

Synonyms

grain

Antonyms

amorphousglass

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Words that rhyme with crystals

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pistols

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crystals"?▾

"Crystals" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "crystals"?▾

The IPA transcription of "crystals" is /ˈkɹɪstəlz/.

What does "crystals" mean?▾

Crystals: A solid composed of an array of atoms or molecules possessing long-range order and arranged in a pattern which is periodic in three dimensions.

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