How to pronounce parcher
Say it like PAR-cher. Parcher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parcher pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of parcher
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-chuh.
What does parcher mean?
- One who parches.
Where does parcher come from?
From parch + -er.
Words that rhyme with parcher
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of parcher.
Questions about saying parcher
How do you pronounce parcher?
Say PAR-cher. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrtʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːtʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parcher?
Parcher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · cher.
Is parcher 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 /ˈpɑːtʃə/ (PAH-chuh).