How to Pronounce "Croissant"
Hard🌐 French word
IPA
kwɑːˈsɒ̃
Syllables:
crois·sant
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What does "Croissant" mean?
nounA buttery, flaky pastry of Austrian origin but now strongly associated with French cuisine.
Example:
"I enjoyed a warm croissant with my morning coffee."
Origin of "Croissant"
From French croissant meaning crescent, referring to its curved shape.
How to Say "Croissant"
🗣️ Step by Step
The word 'croissant' is broken down into two syllables. The first syllable sounds like 'kwah' (rhymes with 'bah') and the second syllable sounds like 'sohn' (similar to 'song' but without the 'g'). Stress the second syllable: 'kwah-SOHN'.
⚠️ Common Mistake
Many people mistakenly pronounce it as 'crois-sant', treating it like two clear syllables instead of the nasal sound in the second syllable.
💬 Example
I enjoyed a warm croissant with my morning coffee.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce Croissant?
Croissant is pronounced kwɑːˈsɒ̃. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.
Is Croissant hard to pronounce?
Croissant is considered hard to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is kwɑːˈsɒ̃.
What language is Croissant from?
Croissant originates from French. From French croissant meaning crescent, referring to its curved shape.