How to Pronounce "a touch of"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtətʃ/ /ˈəv
uh TUCH-uhv
æɪ/ /tˈʌtʃ/ /ˈɒv
uh-TUCH-ov
Definition
A small amount of something, often used for flavor, influence, or to add a slight quality or feeling.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtətʃ/ /ˈəv
British English
æɪ/ /tˈʌtʃ/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh TUCH-uhv
UK
uh-TUCH-ov
Listen in Context
Add a touch of salt to the soup.
There's a touch of blue in the sky today.
She answered with a touch of sadness in her voice.
The cake just needs a touch of lemon zest to be perfect.