Proper Pronunciation Guide

architectural

[ˏɑ͜ɚ kə tɛk̚ ʧɚəɫ]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the first syllable like the word “are” and give it a minor stress.
  • Pronounce the letters “ch” as
    /k/.
  • Pronounce the letter “i” as the weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.
  • Stress the third syllable [tɛk].
  • Pronounce the second “t” as
    /ʧ/.

Practice Sentence:

His design for the new house appeared in Architectural Digest.

Definition:

  • (adjective) The adjectival form of the noun “architecture.”

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