How to Pronounce "ponchos"
word
ˈpɑntʃoʊz
PAHN-chohz
pˈɒntʃəʊz
PON-chohz
Definition
Ponchos are loose outer garments, often made of a single piece of fabric with a hole for the head, originally from South America. They are used for warmth or as a rain cover.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑntʃoʊz
British English
pˈɒntʃəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAHN-chohz
UK
PON-chohz
Listen in Context
We wore ponchos when it started to rain.
The tourists bought colorful ponchos at the market.
Traditional ponchos are made of wool.
I always keep a couple of ponchos in my backpack, just in case it rains.