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Crisp Pronunciation

Crisp is pronounced KRISP, IPA /ˈkrɪsp/.

KRISP

US /ˈkrɪsp/  ·  UK /ˈkrɪsp/

Syllables: KRISP (1 syllable)

adjective and noun: Firm and brittle in a pleasant way, or, in British English, a thin fried slice of potato.

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Crisp in a Sentence

  • The pastry came out beautifully crisp.
  • A crisp autumn morning suits walking.
  • The lettuce was still crisp.

Common Mispronunciations of Crisp

Not KRISHP

Nothing here softens. The s and the p close the word as two clean separate sounds.

Not KREESP

Short and tight, so the word rhymes with wisp and never stretches towards creep.

Tip: British crisps are American chips and British chips are American fries, which keeps the whole family confusing.

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