How to Pronounce Breech

To pronounce "breech", say BREECH — one syllable, IPA /bɹiːtʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/bɹiːtʃ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “breech”

"breech" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with breach and reach, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: breach — easy to mix up when writing.

What does breech mean?

noun

  1. (now only in the plural) A garment whose purpose is to cover or clothe the buttocks.
  2. The buttocks or backside.

verb

  1. To dress in breeches. (especially) To dress a boy in breeches or trousers for the first time.
  2. To beat or spank on the buttocks.

adjective

  1. Born, or having been born, breech.

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Words that rhyme with breech

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

breachreachpeachbeseechdreichspeechscreechoutreachpreachleachbleachimpeach

Related words

boltflawloopholeriftseatbreachheadquartersfootling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "breech"?▾

"Breech" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "breech"?▾

The IPA transcription of "breech" is /bɹiːtʃ/.

What does "breech" mean?▾

Breech: (now only in the plural) A garment whose purpose is to cover or clothe the buttocks.

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