How to Pronounce "crawlies"
word
ˈkɹɔɫi
KRAW-lee
kɹˈɔːliz
KRAW-leez
Definition
Small insects or bugs, especially those that move by crawling. Often used by children or when people talk about bugs in a less scientific, more playful or fearful way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹɔɫi
British English
kɹˈɔːliz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRAW-lee
UK
KRAW-leez
Listen in Context
My little brother is afraid of crawlies under his bed.
We saw lots of crawlies in the garden today.
Some crawlies crawled across my hand!
Ew, there are crawlies everywhere after the rain.