How to pronounce parfleche
Say it like PAR-flesh. Parfleche has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- flesh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parfleche 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.
- fleshKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of parfleche
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-flesh.
What does parfleche mean?
- A form of stiff leather made from rawhide.
- A shield, bag or other item made from this material.
Where does parfleche come from?
From Canadian French parflèche, equivalent to French par(er) (“to parry”) + French flèche (“arrow”).
Questions about saying parfleche
How do you pronounce parfleche?
Say PAR-flesh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrflɛʃ/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːflɛʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parfleche?
Parfleche has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · flesh.
Is parfleche 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 /ˈpɑːflɛʃ/ (PAH-flesh).