How to Pronounce "patchouli"
word
pəˈtʃuli
puh-CHOO-lee
pˈætʃuːlˌi
pa-CHOO-lee
Definition
Patchouli is a strong-smelling plant from Southeast Asia, whose leaves are used to make essential oil, perfumes, and incense.
IPA Transcription
American English
pəˈtʃuli
British English
pˈætʃuːlˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
puh-CHOO-lee
UK
pa-CHOO-lee
Listen in Context
Patchouli is used in many perfumes.
The smell of patchouli is very strong.
People use patchouli oil in aromatherapy.
Many hippies loved the scent of patchouli in the 1960s and 70s.