How to Pronounce "leaches"
word
ˈɫitʃɪz
LEE-chiz
lˈiːtʃɪz
LEE-chiz
Definition
When a substance or liquid, especially water, slowly passes through something and removes or carries away other substances like minerals or chemicals.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫitʃɪz
British English
lˈiːtʃɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEE-chiz
UK
LEE-chiz
Listen in Context
Rainwater leaches nutrients from the soil.
The chemical leaches into the river.
Salt leaches out of the rocks over time.
Fertilizer often leaches into groundwater after heavy rain.