How to Pronounce "putsch"
word
ˈpʊtʃ
PUTCH
pˈʌtʃ
PUTCH
Definition
A sudden attempt by a small group to take control of a government, usually using force. Often refers to failed or quickly suppressed coups.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊtʃ
British English
pˈʌtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUTCH
UK
PUTCH
Listen in Context
The military tried a putsch against the government.
The putsch failed within a day.
News about the putsch spread quickly.
Many leaders were arrested after the failed putsch.