How to pronounce encroachment
Say it like en-KROHCH-munt. Encroachment has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KROHCH).
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- en
- KROHCH
- munt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Encroachment pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- enKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- KROHCHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- muntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of encroachment
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: en-KROHCH-munt.
What does encroachment mean?
- An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion.
- An intrusion upon another's possessions or rights; infringement.
- That which is gained by such unlawful intrusion.
Where does encroachment come from?
From encroach + -ment.
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Questions about saying encroachment
How do you pronounce encroachment?
Say en-KROHCH-munt. The American pronunciation is /ɛnˈkroʊtʃmənt/. In British English it is /ɛnˈkrəʊtʃmənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in encroachment?
Encroachment has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KROHCH). Broken into parts: en · KROHCH · munt.
Is encroachment pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ɛnˈkrəʊtʃmənt/ (en-KROHCH-munt).