How to pronounce kitschy
Say it like KICH-ee. Kitschy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KICH).
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- KICH
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kitschy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KICHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of kitschy
American and British speakers say kitschy in essentially the same way: /ˈkɪtʃi/ in the US and /ˈkɪtʃi/ in the UK.
British respelling: KICH-ee.
What does kitschy mean?
- Having the nature of kitsch: excessively sentimental, overdone or vulgar.
Where does kitschy come from?
From kitsch + -y. Compare German kitschig (“kitschy”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with kitschy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kitschy.
Questions about saying kitschy
How do you pronounce kitschy?
Say KICH-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɪtʃi/. In British English it is /ˈkɪtʃi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kitschy?
Kitschy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KICH). Broken into parts: KICH · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say kitschy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkɪtʃi/ and the British form is /ˈkɪtʃi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.