How to pronounce cwtch
Say it like KUUCH. Cwtch is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KUUCH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cwtch pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUUCHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of cwtch
American and British speakers say cwtch in essentially the same way: /kʊtʃ/ in the US and /kʊtʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KUUCH.
What does cwtch mean?
- A cubbyhole or similar hiding place.
- A hug or cuddle.
- To hug, cuddle, embrace, or comfort.
- To crouch or lie (down).
Where does cwtch come from?
From Welsh cwtsh (“hug, cuddle; little corner, recess”), from Middle English couche.
Words that rhyme with cwtch
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cwtch.
Questions about saying cwtch
How do you pronounce cwtch?
Say KUUCH. The American pronunciation is /kʊtʃ/. In British English it is /kʊtʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cwtch?
Cwtch is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KUUCH.
Do Americans and Brits say cwtch the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kʊtʃ/ and the British form is /kʊtʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.