How to pronounce squelchy
Say it like SKWEL-chee. Squelchy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWEL).
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- SKWEL
- chee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Squelchy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKWELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- cheeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of squelchy
American and British speakers say squelchy in essentially the same way: /ˈskwɛltʃi/ in the US and /ˈskwɛltʃi/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKWEL-chee.
What does squelchy mean?
- That squelches, or makes a squelching sound.
Where does squelchy come from?
From squelch + -y.
Questions about saying squelchy
How do you pronounce squelchy?
Say SKWEL-chee. The American pronunciation is /ˈskwɛltʃi/. In British English it is /ˈskwɛltʃi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in squelchy?
Squelchy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKWEL). Broken into parts: SKWEL · chee.
Do Americans and Brits say squelchy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskwɛltʃi/ and the British form is /ˈskwɛltʃi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.