How to Pronounce "scotches"
word
ˈskɑtʃɪz
SKAH-chiz
skˈɒtʃɪz
sk-OT-chiz
Definition
'Scotches' is the third person singular present form of 'scotch', which means to suddenly stop, destroy, or prevent something, especially a plan, rumor, or possible event, from continuing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɑtʃɪz
British English
skˈɒtʃɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAH-chiz
UK
sk-OT-chiz
Listen in Context
The manager scotches any rumors immediately.
If she scotches the plan, it cannot go ahead.
He scotches fears by explaining the facts.
Whenever a wild story pops up, she scotches it before people start to believe it.