How to Pronounce Arched

To pronounce "arched", say ARCH-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ɑːtʃt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɑːtʃt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “arched”

"arched" has 2 syllables: arch-ed. It rhymes with parched and marched, if that helps it stick.

What does arched mean?

verb

  1. To form into an arch shape

    “The cat arched its back”

  2. To cover with an arch or arches.

adjective

  1. Curved.

    “His arched back ached from the constant strain.”

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Words that rhyme with arched

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

parchedmarchedstarched

Related words

curvingcurvedarcuatearciformarcedbowedvaultedrounded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "arched"?▾

"Arched" has 2 syllables: arch · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "arched"?▾

The IPA transcription of "arched" is /ɑːtʃt/.

What does "arched" mean?▾

Arched: To form into an arch shape

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