How to pronounce duchesse
Say it like doo-SHES. Duchesse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SHES).
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- doo
- SHES
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duchesse pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- SHESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of duchesse
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: dyoo-SHES.
What does duchesse mean?
- A French duchess.
- A type of dressing table with a swing glass.
Where does duchesse come from?
From French duchesse.
Words that rhyme with duchesse
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of duchesse.
Questions about saying duchesse
How do you pronounce duchesse?
Say doo-SHES. The American pronunciation is /duˈʃɛs/. In British English it is /djuːˈʃɛs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duchesse?
Duchesse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SHES). Broken into parts: doo · SHES.
Is duchesse pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /djuːˈʃɛs/ (dyoo-SHES).