How to pronounce caricature
Say it like KER-uh-kuh-cher. Caricature has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KER).
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- KER
- uh
- kuh
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caricature pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of caricature
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAR-ih-kuh-choor.
What does caricature mean?
- To represent someone in an exaggerated or distorted manner.
- A pictorial representation of someone in which distinguishing features are exaggerated for comic effect.
- A grotesque misrepresentation.
- In facial recognition systems, a face that has been modified to look less like the average face, and thus more distinctive.
- Having the characteristics of a caricature, grotesque.
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Questions about saying caricature
How do you pronounce caricature?
Say KER-uh-kuh-cher. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɛrəkətʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkærɪkəˌtʃʊə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caricature?
Caricature has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KER). Broken into parts: KER · uh · kuh · cher.
Is caricature 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 /ˈkærɪkəˌtʃʊə/ (KAR-ih-kuh-choor).