How to Pronounce Stir-crazy

To pronounce "stir-crazy", say STIRCR-azy — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

STIRCR-azy

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💡 Tip for remembering “stir-crazy”

"stir-crazy" has 2 syllables: stircr-azy.

What does stir-crazy mean?

adjective

  1. Of a prisoner, mentally unbalanced due to prolonged incarceration.
  2. (by extension) Restless, uncomfortable, or impatient due to inactivity or confinement.

    “After so many days of rain, the kids started to get a bit stir-crazy.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stir-crazy"?▾

"Stir-crazy" has 2 syllables: stircr · azy.

What does "stir-crazy" mean?▾

Stir-crazy: Of a prisoner, mentally unbalanced due to prolonged incarceration.

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