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How to Pronounce "touchstone"

word

ˈtətʃˌstoʊn
TUHCH-stohn
tˈʌtʃstəʊn
TUCH-stohn

Definition

A touchstone is something used as a test or standard for judging the quality or value of something else.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈtətʃˌstoʊn

British English

tˈʌtʃstəʊn

Simplified Pronunciation

US

TUHCH-stohn

UK

TUCH-stohn

Listen in Context

Honesty is the touchstone of a good leader.

The Constitution is a touchstone for laws in this country.

Kindness became the touchstone of their friendship.

This movie is often seen as the touchstone of romantic comedies.