How to Pronounce "cruzeiro"
word
kruˈzɛɹoʊ
kroo-ZAIR-oh
kruːˈzeə.rəʊ
kroo-ZAIR-oh
Definition
A 'cruzeiro' is a type of stone cross monument typically found in Portuguese-speaking countries, especially in public squares or religious sites. It also refers to a former Brazilian currency used in the 20th century.
IPA Transcription
American English
kruˈzɛɹoʊ
British English
kruːˈzeə.rəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kroo-ZAIR-oh
UK
kroo-ZAIR-oh
Listen in Context
The old church square has a cruzeiro in the center.
Brazil used the cruzeiro as its currency for many years.
Each cruzeiro monument is unique in design.
My grandfather showed me some old cruzeiro bills he kept from his youth.