How Do You Spell CLOSE CROPPEDS?

Pronunciation: [klˈə͡ʊs kɹˈɒptz] (IPA)

The spelling of the phrase "close croppeds" may be confusing to some, as it appears to be pluralized without the addition of an "s" or "es". However, the correct pronunciation of the phrase reveals the reason for the spelling choice. The first syllable of "croppeds" is emphasized and pronounced as a separate word from "close", as in "crop-peds". This emphasizes the fact that the subject being referred to is a specific type of haircut, with the hair being closely cropped to the head.