How to pronounce ricksha
Say it like RIK-shuh. Ricksha has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIK).
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- RIK
- shuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ricksha pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- shuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ricksha
American and British speakers say ricksha in essentially the same way: /ˈrɪkʃə/ in the US and /ˈrɪkʃə/ in the UK.
British respelling: RIK-shuh.
What does ricksha mean?
- Alternative form of rickshaw.
Questions about saying ricksha
How do you pronounce ricksha?
Say RIK-shuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɪkʃə/. In British English it is /ˈrɪkʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ricksha?
Ricksha has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIK). Broken into parts: RIK · shuh.
Do Americans and Brits say ricksha the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɪkʃə/ and the British form is /ˈrɪkʃə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.