Skip to content

What is the Meaning of “Crow”?

Crow
/kroʊ/

A big black bird that is common in many places and often travels in groups.

Definition of Crow

Quick Meaning of Crow

A big black bird that is common in many places and often travels in groups.

Detailed Definition of Crow

A large black bird with a sharp call that eats seeds, insects, and small animals.

How to Pronounce Crow

IPA: /kroʊ/
crow

Stress pattern: O (1-syllable word).

Tip: IPA: /kroʊ/. Rhymes with 'know' and 'grow'. The 'ow' sound is like long 'o'.

Full pronunciation guide for “crow” →

Origin and Etymology of Crow

How to Use Crow in a Sentence

Each example shows “crow” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.

  • “A crow is sitting on the fence.”
    A1 daily
  • “Crows are intelligent birds that can solve simple problems.”
    A2 conversation
  • “The farmer used a scarecrow to keep crows away from his crops.”
    B1 academic

Synonyms and Antonyms of Crow

Common Synonyms for Crow

Smart Synonyms for Crow — When to Use Each

corvid
scientific family name
scavenger
feeding behavior

See all synonyms for “crow” →

Common Collocations with Crow

These phrases pair with “crow” in everyday English:

  • crow's call
  • murder of crows
  • as the crow flies

Common Mistakes When Using Crow

Even fluent speakers slip up with “crow”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:

✗ Wrong:
✓ Correct: The crows are eating seeds.
✗ Wrong:
✓ Correct: A crow is flying.

Words Confused With Crow

  • Crow vs Raven: Both are large black corvids, but ravens are bigger with heavier beaks.

Other Forms of Crow

Frequently Asked Questions About Crow

What is the meaning of "Crow"?

A big black bird that is common in many places and often travels in groups.

How do you pronounce "Crow"?

The IPA is /kroʊ/. IPA: /kroʊ/. Rhymes with 'know' and 'grow'. The 'ow' sound is like long 'o'.

What part of speech is "Crow"?

"Crow" is a noun at A2 level (Common European Framework).

What are synonyms for "Crow"?

Common synonyms include bird, raven, jackdaw.

How do you use "Crow" in a sentence?

For example: "A crow is sitting on the fence."

Explore Crow in Other Tools