How to pronounce lorcha
Say it like LOR-shuh. Lorcha has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOR).
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- LOR
- shuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lorcha pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- shuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lorcha
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAW-shuh.
What does lorcha mean?
- A kind of light vessel used on the coast of China, having the hull built on a European model, and the rigging like that of a Chinese junk.
Where does lorcha come from?
From Portuguese lorcha, of unclear origin; see the Portuguese entry for more.
Questions about saying lorcha
How do you pronounce lorcha?
Say LOR-shuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɔrʃə/. In British English it is /ˈlɔːʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lorcha?
Lorcha has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOR). Broken into parts: LOR · shuh.
Is lorcha pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈlɔːʃə/ (LAW-shuh).