How do you pronounce Croatia?

Croatia is pronounced kroh-AY-shuh (/kroʊˈeɪʃə/). Three syllables — kroh-AY-shuh. The local name is 'Hrvatska' (HURV-aht-skah) — completely different!

What is the local name for Croatia?

In the local language, Croatia is called Hrvatska. Pronounced: Hrvatska = HURV-aht-skah

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How to Pronounce Croatia

kroh-AY-shuh

/kroʊˈeɪʃə/

Syllable Breakdown

krohAYshuh

Three syllables — kroh-AY-shuh. The local name is 'Hrvatska' (HURV-aht-skah) — completely different!

How Locals Say It

Hrvatska

Hrvatska = HURV-aht-skah

Common Mistakes

KROH-ee-ay-shuhkro-AY-tee-uh

Fun Fact About the Name

Croatia's local name 'Hrvatska' is where the word 'cravat' (necktie) originates — Croatian soldiers in 17th century France wore distinctive scarves around their necks which became a Parisian fashion craze.