How to Pronounce Gutta-percha

To pronounce "gutta-percha", say GUTT-ap-erch-a — 4 syllables, IPA /ɡʌtəˈpɜːtʃə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ɡʌtəˈpɜːtʃə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gutta-percha”

"gutta-percha" has 4 syllables: gutt-ap-erch-a.

What does gutta-percha mean?

noun

  1. An inelastic natural latex, produced from the sap of several tropical trees of the genera Palaquium and Payena.

Related words

guttaperchapontianacgomutibalatacopalcauchojelutong

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gutta-percha"?▾

"Gutta-percha" has 4 syllables: gutt · ap · erch · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "gutta-percha"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gutta-percha" is /ɡʌtəˈpɜːtʃə/.

What does "gutta-percha" mean?▾

Gutta-percha: An inelastic natural latex, produced from the sap of several tropical trees of the genera Palaquium and Payena.

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