How to Pronounce Crystal
Crystal
'krɪstəl
Syllables:
crys·tal
Part of speech:
noun
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Definition
A crystal is a clear, shiny piece of a mineral that has a regular shape.
Examples
- She found a beautiful crystal on the ground during her walk.
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Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| crystal clear | collocation | CRYs-tal CLEAR | Her instructions were crystal clear to everyone. |
| crystal ball | collocation | CRYs-tal BALL | He looked into the crystal ball to predict the future. |
| crystal glass | collocation | CRYs-tal GLASS | She bought a set of crystal glass for the party. |
| crystal palace | collocation | CRYs-tal PAL-ace | The Crystal Palace was built for the Great Exhibition. |
Fun Fact
The word 'crystal' comes from the Greek 'krustallos,' meaning 'ice,' because ancient Greeks believed clear quartz was eternally frozen ice that never melted.
Word Family
noun
crystal
A clear, hard, and transparent mineral or glass that can have many sides and shapes.
"She gave me a beautiful crystal from her trip."
adjective
crystal
Very clear and bright, like crystal.
"The water in the lake was crystal clear."
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