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crepe
Definition:
(nou) paper with a crinkled texture; usually colored and used for decorations (nou) small very thin pancake (nou) a soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface
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Mille crepe should not be merged with the crepe page.
A crepe nugg starts out as a crepe and slowly turns into crap.
Mille crepe is a cake, whereas crepe is a breakfast food most commonly.
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Common mistakes of crepe pronunciation
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "crepe" as /kreɪp/ (like "crape"), but the standard French-influenced pronunciation in both US and UK English is /krɛp/, with a short "e" like in "bed." Tip: Focus on the /ɛ/ vowel for accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some say "crrep" with a rolled or heavy /r/. In English pronunciation, the "r" is subtle or almost silent depending on accent. Tip: Keep the /r/ light and let the vowel carry the sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners treat "crepe" as two syllables (like "cray-pay"), but it is a single syllable /krɛp/. Tip: Say it quickly in one beat.
- Confusing with similar words: "Crepe" (the pancake) can be confused with "crepe paper" or the plural "crepes" (/krɛps/). Tip: Use the context to avoid mix-ups — food vs. material.
- Ignoring regional differences: In some British accents, "crepe" may be pronounced closer to /kreɪp/, influenced by spelling. Tip: Recognize both /krɛp/ (more French-like) and /kreɪp/ (Anglicized) as variants, but /krɛp/ is standard for the pancake.