How to Pronounce “crème”

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IPA Transcription

American (US): /kɹɛm/
British (UK): /kɹɛm/

What “crème” means

noun — A very sugary, fluffy white cream derivative or creamlike analogue.

Pronunciation Notes

The final e is silent. The transcription /kɹɛm/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “crème” is not pronounced.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "crème" mean?

crème (noun): A very sugary, fluffy white cream derivative or creamlike analogue.

How do you pronounce "crème" in American vs British English?

Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "crème", /kɹɛm/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.

What is the IPA transcription of "crème"?

/kɹɛm/ in American English, /kɹɛm/ in British English.

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