How to Pronounce "torches"
word
ˈtɔɹtʃɪz
TOR-chiz
tˈɔːtʃɪz
TAW-chiz
Definition
Objects that give light, usually fire on a stick (traditional), or portable electric lights (modern, especially UK English).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɔɹtʃɪz
British English
tˈɔːtʃɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOR-chiz
UK
TAW-chiz
Listen in Context
The explorers carried torches to see in the dark cave.
We used electric torches when the power went out.
At the festival, children waved colorful torches.
I always keep a couple of torches in my car in case of emergency.