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)

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

What does orchestra mean?

noun

  1. A large group of musicians who play together on various instruments, usually including some from strings, woodwind, brass and/or percussion; the instruments played by such a group.
  2. A semicircular space in front of the stage used by the chorus in Ancient Greek and Hellenistic theatres.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

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/.

What does "orchestra" mean?▾

Orchestra: A large group of musicians who play together on various instruments, usually including some from strings, woodwind, brass and/or percussion; the instruments played by such a group.

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