Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
cruceta
lug wrench
Latin America
Simplified: kroo-SEHTAH
IPA: kɾu'seta
Spain
Simplified: kroo-THEHTAH
IPA: kɾu'θeta
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
cru
  • c like unaspirated k in sky (not key)
  • k sound without burst of air
  • tapped r like ladder
  • quick tapped r with tongue tip against ridge behind teeth
  • u like boot
  • strongly rounded lips, tongue back for u
ceta
  • c like s in sun
  • s sound similar to English
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e
  • unaspirated t like stop (not top)
  • t without burst of air, tongue touches upper teeth
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low