How to pronounce orthochess
Say it like or-thuh-CHES. Orthochess has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (CHES).
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- or
- thuh
- CHES
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Orthochess pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- orGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- thuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- CHESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of orthochess
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: aw-thuh-CHES.
What does orthochess mean?
- The conventional game and rules of chess.
Where does orthochess come from?
From ortho- + chess, probably as a clipping of orthodox chess.
Words that rhyme with orthochess
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of orthochess.
Questions about saying orthochess
How do you pronounce orthochess?
Say or-thuh-CHES. The American pronunciation is /ˌɔrθəˈtʃɛs/. In British English it is /ˌɔːθəˈtʃɛs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in orthochess?
Orthochess has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (CHES). Broken into parts: or · thuh · CHES.
Is orthochess 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 /ˌɔːθəˈtʃɛs/ (aw-thuh-CHES).