Does crab have a short vowel?

Let's break down the word "crab" to see if it has a short vowel:

* The vowel sound in "crab" is the "a" sound.

* The "a" sound in "crab" is a short vowel sound. It's the same sound as the "a" in "cat," "bat," and "man."

Therefore, "crab" does have a short vowel sound.