How to pronounce arche
Say it like AR-kee. Arche has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- kee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arche pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of arche
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-kee.
What does arche mean?
- The first principle of existing things in pre-Socratic philosophy, initially assumed to be of water.
Words that rhyme with arche
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of arche.
Questions about saying arche
How do you pronounce arche?
Say AR-kee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrki/. In British English it is /ˈɑːki/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arche?
Arche has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · kee.
Is arche pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɑːki/ (AH-kee).