How to pronounce punches
Say it like PUHN-chiz. Punches has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHN).
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- PUHN
- chiz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Punches pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- chizKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of punches
American and British speakers say punches in essentially the same way: /ˈpʌntʃɪz/ in the US and /ˈpʌntʃɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: PUHN-chiz.
What does punches mean?
- plural of punch How to pronounce punch
- third-person singular simple present indicative of punch How to pronounce punch
Questions about saying punches
How do you pronounce punches?
Say PUHN-chiz. The American pronunciation is /ˈpʌntʃɪz/. In British English it is /ˈpʌntʃɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in punches?
Punches has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHN). Broken into parts: PUHN · chiz.
Do Americans and Brits say punches the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpʌntʃɪz/ and the British form is /ˈpʌntʃɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.