How to Pronounce Switch

To pronounce "switch", say SWITCH — one syllable, IPA /swɪtʃ/. 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

/swɪtʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “switch”

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

What does switch mean?

noun

  1. A bundle of thin sticks, typically made of wood, sometimes bond in such a way that binding can be moved so that it varies the tightness of the binding.

noun

  1. A device to turn electric current on and off or direct its flow.
  2. A change or exchange.

verb

  1. To exchange.

    “I want to switch this red dress for a green one.”

  2. To change (something) to the specified state using a switch.

    “Switch the light on.”

Synonyms

dowelswitchflagoptionspecifierpointscropinterchangeswap

Words that rhyme with switch

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pitchrichhitchbewitchkitschwitchbitchwhichenrichstitchtwitchglitch

Related words

transpositionswoppermutationinterchangechangeflipalternateswap

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "switch"?▾

"Switch" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "switch"?▾

The IPA transcription of "switch" is /swɪtʃ/.

What does "switch" mean?▾

Switch: A bundle of thin sticks, typically made of wood, sometimes bond in such a way that binding can be moved so that it varies the tightness of the binding.

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