How to Pronounce "porches"
word
ˈpɔɹtʃəz/, /ˈpɔɹtʃɪz
POR-chiz
pˈɔːtʃɪz
PAW-chiz
Definition
Porches are covered areas at the entrance or along the side of a building, often attached to a house, where people can sit or relax outside but still be sheltered from weather.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔɹtʃəz/, /ˈpɔɹtʃɪz
British English
pˈɔːtʃɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POR-chiz
UK
PAW-chiz
Listen in Context
Some houses have two porches—one in the front and one in the back.
People like to sit on their porches in the evening.
Rain kept us on the porches during the party.
Their neighbors love decorating their porches with plants and lights every summer.