How to Pronounce "cravats"
word
krəˈvæts
kruh-VATS
kɹˈævæts
kra-VATS
Definition
Cravats are pieces of cloth worn around the neck, usually as a part of formal or old-fashioned clothing, and are the predecessor of the modern necktie.
IPA Transcription
American English
krəˈvæts
British English
kɹˈævæts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kruh-VATS
UK
kra-VATS
Listen in Context
He always wears colorful cravats at parties.
In the 1800s, men often wore cravats.
The actors wore old-fashioned cravats in the play.
Most people today have never even seen real cravats outside of movies.