How to pronounce escutcheon
Say it like ih-SKUHCH-un. Escutcheon has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKUHCH).
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- ih
- SKUHCH
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Escutcheon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SKUHCHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of escutcheon
American and British speakers say escutcheon in essentially the same way: /ɪˈskʌtʃən/ in the US and /ɪˈskʌtʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-SKUHCH-un.
What does escutcheon mean?
- The shield on which a coat of arms is displayed, or, by extension, the coat of arms itself.
- A small shield used to charge a larger one.
- The pattern of distribution of hair upon the pubic mound.
Where does escutcheon come from?
From Middle English scochon, from Anglo-Norman escuchon, Old French escusson (French écusson), ultimately from Latin scutum (“shield”).
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying escutcheon
How do you pronounce escutcheon?
Say ih-SKUHCH-un. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈskʌtʃən/. In British English it is /ɪˈskʌtʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in escutcheon?
Escutcheon has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKUHCH). Broken into parts: ih · SKUHCH · un.
Do Americans and Brits say escutcheon the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈskʌtʃən/ and the British form is /ɪˈskʌtʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.