How to Pronounce Louche

To pronounce "louche", say LOUCH-e — 2 syllables, IPA /luːʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/luːʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “louche”

"louche" has 2 syllables: louch-e. It rhymes with grouch and slouch, if that helps it stick.

What does louche mean?

verb

  1. To make (an alcoholic beverage, e.g. absinthe or ouzo) cloudy by mixing it with water, due to the presence of anethole. This is known as the ouzo effect.

    “Certain anise-flavored drinks have developed a mystique based on the exotic appearance of louching.”

adjective

  1. Of questionable taste or morality; decadent.
  2. Not reputable or decent.

Words that rhyme with louche

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grouchslouchvouchcouchpouchscaramouchsmouchrouchezoutchbautch

Related words

disreputableshadydecadentsleazyquestionablesinfullibertinedirty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "louche"?▾

"Louche" has 2 syllables: louch · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "louche"?▾

The IPA transcription of "louche" is /luːʃ/.

What does "louche" mean?▾

Louche: To make (an alcoholic beverage, e.g. absinthe or ouzo) cloudy by mixing it with water, due to the presence of anethole. This is known as the ouzo effect.

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