How to Pronounce "stopwatch"
word
ˈstɑpˌwɑtʃ
STAHP-wahch
stˈɒpwɒtʃ
stop-WOTCH
Definition
A stopwatch is a small watch used to measure the exact amount of time that passes between its start and stop. It is often used for timing races or experiments.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɑpˌwɑtʃ
British English
stˈɒpwɒtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAHP-wahch
UK
stop-WOTCH
Listen in Context
I used a stopwatch to time the race.
The coach pressed the stopwatch button.
My phone has a stopwatch app.
Let me grab my stopwatch before we start the test.