How to Pronounce "crones"
word
ˈkɹoʊn
KRONEZ
kɹˈəʊnz
KRONEZ
Definition
'Crones' is the plural of 'crone', which refers to old women, usually described in a negative way as being ugly, mean, or witch-like.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹoʊn
British English
kɹˈəʊnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRONEZ
UK
KRONEZ
Listen in Context
The story was about three crones living in the forest.
Many fairy tales include crones as witches or wise women.
The children were afraid of the old crones in the village.
Some stories show crones as wise and helpful, not just scary.