How Do You Spell CRAYON?

Pronunciation: [kɹˈe͡ɪɒn] (IPA)

The spelling of "crayon" can be a bit tricky, but with some help from IPA phonetic transcription, it becomes easier to understand. This word is pronounced /ˈkreɪən/ with a long "a" sound followed by a schwa sound and a nasal "n" at the end. The origin of the word comes from the French verb "craie" which means "chalk." So, remembering that the word originated in French can be a helpful tip for remembering how to spell this colorful art supply.

CRAYON Meaning and Definition

1. A crayon is a small stick or pencil-shaped instrument used primarily by children for coloring and drawing. It is usually made of wax, clay, or chalk, often mixed with pigments to create vibrant colors. The crayon's cylindrical shape allows for ease of use, with one end usually pointed or tapered for precision drawing.

   Crayons are typically encased in a paper wrapper, which is peeled off as it is used. This covering not only protects the crayon but also enables the user to expose more of the coloring material as needed. The act of coloring with crayons involves applying the crayon to a surface, such as paper or cardboard, using it to create lines, shapes, or to fill in areas with color.

   The versatility of crayons makes them popular among young children, as they can be easily manipulated and offer immediate gratification. Crayons are also portable, lightweight, and non-toxic, making them safe for children to use. Additionally, the various colors available allow for creativity and imagination to flourish, as children can experiment with different combinations and shading techniques.

   Beyond their use by children, crayons have become a popular medium for artists of all ages. With advancements in crayon technology, art-quality crayons have been developed, offering a wider range of colors and different types of waxes or pigments. Thus, crayons have evolved from simple coloring tools into a versatile artistic medium.

2. A kind of pencil.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for CRAYON *

• crayron 66.6666666%

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Other Common Misspellings for CRAYON

• cryons
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• crison
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• craton
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• cratoo
• creayon
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• crinon
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• croyon
• urcyon
• clayong
• fraion
• cradok
• cridon
• cratyn
• Creadon
• trakon
• pRACON
• crako
• chayot
• Cyradon
• Ucrayna
• Cramonie
• araygn
• Croiyon
• Cramorn
• Creiteon
• Curvacyon
• Crasor
• ceramon
• Crapod
• Crapot
• Orayan
• crayvin
• Craytoun
• Cradown
• Clloyon
• Brayona
• Cariyon
• Crayal

Etymology of CRAYON

The word "crayon" has its origin in the French language. It comes from the Old French word "craion" or "creion", which meant "pencil" or "chalk stick". This Old French term, in turn, derived from the Latin word "creta", meaning "chalk". The word "crayon" was first used in English around the 17th century.

Similar spelling words for CRAYON

• cream,
• crayons,
• Croney,
• crane,
• Crayoned,
• cron,
• canyon,
• crone,
• crean,
• creon,
• crown,
• crony,
• Crain,
• carry on,
• croon,
• crying,
• cryan,
• rayon,
• creamy,
• craun,
• Crayne,
• crohn,
• cran.

Plural form of CRAYON is CRAYONS

Conjugate verb Crayon

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would crayon

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be crayoning

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we would be crayoning

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FUTURE

I will crayon

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be crayoning

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have crayoned

you will have crayoned

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we will have crayoned

they will have crayoned

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been crayoning

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we will have been crayoning

they will have been crayoning

IMPERATIVE

you crayon

we let´s crayon

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to crayon

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was crayoning

you were crayoning

he/she/it was crayoning

we were crayoning

they were crayoning

PAST PARTICIPLE

crayoned

PAST PERFECT

I had crayoned

you had crayoned

he/she/it had crayoned

we had crayoned

they had crayoned

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been crayoning

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he/she/it had been crayoning

we had been crayoning

they had been crayoning

PRESENT

I crayon

you crayon

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we crayon

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am crayoning

you are crayoning

he/she/it is crayoning

we are crayoning

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

crayoning

PRESENT PERFECT

I have crayoned

you have crayoned

he/she/it has crayoned

we have crayoned

they have crayoned

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been crayoning

you have been crayoning

he/she/it has been crayoning

we have been crayoning

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it crayon

SIMPLE PAST

I crayoned

you crayoned

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we crayoned

they crayoned