How to pronounce cliche
Say it like klee-SHAY. Cliche has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SHAY).
- klee
- SHAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tip: Ends with 'shay', stressed on the second syllable in American English: 'klee-SHAY'.
Cliche pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- SHAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of cliche
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1.
British respelling: KLEE-shay.
What does cliche mean?
- Alternative form of cliché.
- Alternative form of cliché.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with cliche
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cliche.
Questions about saying cliche
How do you pronounce cliche?
Say klee-SHAY. The American pronunciation is /kliˈʃeɪ/. In British English it is /ˈkliːʃeɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cliche?
Cliche has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SHAY). Broken into parts: klee · SHAY.
Is cliche pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1. The British form is /ˈkliːʃeɪ/ (KLEE-shay).