How to pronounce orchid
Say it like OR-kud. Orchid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR).
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US American/ˈɔrkəd/OR-kud
UK British/ˈɔːkɪd/AW-kid
- OR
- kud
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Orchid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- kudKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of orchid
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AW-kid.
What does orchid mean?
noun
- A plant of the orchid family (Orchidaceae), bearing unusually-shaped flowers of beautiful colors.
- A light bluish-red, violet-red or purple color.
- Having a light purple color.
Questions about saying orchid
How do you pronounce orchid?
Say OR-kud. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔrkəd/. In British English it is /ˈɔːkɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in orchid?
Orchid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR). Broken into parts: OR · kud.
Is orchid 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 /ˈɔːkɪd/ (AW-kid).