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How to pronounce croissant

nounB1
krahSAHN

/kʰɹɑˈsɑn/

2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

A light, soft pastry, usually with a curved shape.

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Meanings & examples

noun

A light, soft pastry, usually with a curved shape.

She bought two croissants for breakfast.

Common phrases & grammar

butter croissant · chocolate croissant

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