How to Pronounce "hotchkiss"
word
HOTCH-kis
HOTCH-kis
Definition
'Hotchkiss' is mainly known as a brand name, historically referring to a French manufacturer of weapons like machine guns, or armoured vehicles, and sometimes to the specific Hotchkiss machine gun itself.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑtʃkɪs
British English
ˈhɒtʃkɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOTCH-kis
UK
HOTCH-kis
Listen in Context
The Hotchkiss machine gun was used in World War I.
The French army drove Hotchkiss armored cars.
A Hotchkiss was on display at the museum.
Collectors are always looking for rare Hotchkiss vehicles to restore.