How to Pronounce Strew

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

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Syllable

Letters

/stɹuː/

IPA

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

verb

(archaic except strewn) To distribute objects or pieces of something over an area, especially in a random manner.
“to strew sand over a floor”
(archaic except strewn) To cover, or lie upon, by having been scattered.
“Leaves strewed the ground.”

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How many syllables are in "strew"?▾

"Strew" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "strew"?▾

The IPA transcription of "strew" is /stɹuː/.

What does "strew" mean?▾

Strew: (archaic except strewn) To distribute objects or pieces of something over an area, especially in a random manner.

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