How to pronounce vouch
Say it like VOWCH. Vouch is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- VOWCH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vouch pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VOWCHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
American vs British pronunciation of vouch
American and British speakers say vouch in essentially the same way: /vaʊtʃ/ in the US and /vaʊtʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: VOWCH.
What does vouch mean?
- To call on (someone) to be a witness to something.
- To cite or rely on (an authority, a written work, etc.) in support of one's actions or opinions.
- To affirm or warrant the correctness or truth of (something); also, to affirm or warrant (the truth of an assertion or statement).
Where does vouch come from?
The noun is derived from the verb.
Words that rhyme with vouch
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vouch.
Questions about saying vouch
How do you pronounce vouch?
Say VOWCH. The American pronunciation is /vaʊtʃ/. In British English it is /vaʊtʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vouch?
Vouch is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: VOWCH.
Do Americans and Brits say vouch the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /vaʊtʃ/ and the British form is /vaʊtʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.