How to Pronounce Orchestra

To pronounce "orchestra", say ORCH-estr-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɔɹkəstɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈɔɹkəstɹə/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˈɔːkɛstɹɐ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “orchestra”

Break "orchestra" into 3 beats and lean on "ORCH" — that's the stressed one.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "orchestra"?▾

To pronounce "orchestra", say ORCH-estr-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɔɹkəstɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "orchestra"?▾

"Orchestra" has 3 syllables: orch · estr · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "orchestra"?▾

The IPA transcription of "orchestra" is /ˈɔɹkəstɹə/.

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