How to Pronounce Parch

To pronounce "parch", say PARCH — one syllable, IPA /pɑːtʃ/. 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

/pɑːtʃ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “parch”

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

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

What does parch mean?

noun

  1. The condition of being parched.

verb

  1. To burn the surface of, to scorch.

    “The sun today could parch cement.”

  2. To roast, as dry grain.

Words that rhyme with parch

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

starchcornstarchdemarche

Related words

scorchsearbescorchscrimpleburncremateforburnforscald

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "parch"?▾

"Parch" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "parch"?▾

The IPA transcription of "parch" is /pɑːtʃ/.

What does "parch" mean?▾

Parch: The condition of being parched.

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