How do you pronounce crochet is answered simply: kroh-SHAY, two syllables, stress on the second, with a silent final T. Even experienced crocheters sometimes mispronounce the T. This guide gives the quick answer.
Direct Answer
Crochet is pronounced kroh-SHAY, rhyming with “away” and “display,” with the final T never pronounced.
Why the T Is Silent
The word comes from French, and French regularly drops a final T in speech, the same pattern found in words like ballet and buffet.
Frequently asked questions
Does the T ever get pronounced in any form of the word?
No, the T stays silent across every form of the word, including crocheted, crocheting, and crocheter.
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