How to Pronounce "pacha"
word
ˈpɑːtʃə
PAH-chuh
pˈætʃɐ
PAT-chuh
Definition
A 'pacha' was a high-ranking title of authority or office in the Ottoman Empire, given to governors and military leaders.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑːtʃə
British English
pˈætʃɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAH-chuh
UK
PAT-chuh
Listen in Context
The Ottoman Empire appointed a pacha to govern the province.
A pacha led the army into battle.
The rank of pacha was very powerful.
He acted like a real pacha, giving orders to everyone around him.