How to Pronounce "escutcheon"
word
ɪˈskʌtʃən
ih-SKUT-chuhn
ɛskˈʌtʃən
es-KUT-chuhn
Definition
An escutcheon is a shield or emblem displaying a coat of arms. It can also refer to a metal plate that surrounds a keyhole, handle, or the opening for pipes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪˈskʌtʃən
British English
ɛskˈʌtʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-SKUT-chuhn
UK
es-KUT-chuhn
Listen in Context
The knight painted his family's coat of arms on his escutcheon.
The locksmith replaced the escutcheon around the door handle.
The plumber installed a new escutcheon where the pipe meets the wall.
He restored the antique door, polishing its brass escutcheon until it shone.