How to Pronounce "swatches"
word
ˈswɑtʃəz/, /ˈswɑtʃɪz
SWAH-chiz
swˈɒtʃɪz
sw-OT-chiz
Definition
Small pieces of material, such as fabric or color, that are used to show what the whole looks like. Often used for selecting fabrics, paints, or other materials.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈswɑtʃəz/, /ˈswɑtʃɪz
British English
swˈɒtʃɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SWAH-chiz
UK
sw-OT-chiz
Listen in Context
The designer showed me different fabric swatches.
We chose the paint color from the swatches.
She collected swatches to help decide on her new curtains.
Could you bring a few swatches home so we can see what matches?