How to Pronounce "haunches"
word
ˈhɔnt͡ʃɪz
HAWN-chiz
hˈɔːntʃɪz
HAWN-chiz
Definition
The upper part of a person’s or animal’s leg and the area around the hip; commonly refers to the hips and back legs of an animal. Also used to describe the act of squatting or sitting with knees bent.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɔnt͡ʃɪz
British English
hˈɔːntʃɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAWN-chiz
UK
HAWN-chiz
Listen in Context
The dog sat back on its haunches.
The rabbit stayed still on its haunches.
She crouched on her haunches to tie her shoes.
The coach told the players to get down on their haunches and get ready.