How to Pronounce "crouch"
word
ˈkɹaʊtʃ
KROWCH
kɹˈaʊtʃ
KROWCH
Definition
To lower your body close to the ground by bending your knees and legs, usually to hide or get ready to move quickly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹaʊtʃ
British English
kɹˈaʊtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KROWCH
UK
KROWCH
Listen in Context
He crouched behind the bushes to hide.
Please crouch down if the ceiling is low.
The cat likes to crouch near the door before jumping.
We had to crouch to avoid being seen by the guard.