How to Pronounce "appalachians"
word
ˈæpəˈɫætʃənz/, /ˌæpəˈɫeɪʃənz/, /ˌæpəˈɫeɪtʃənz
ap-uh-LATCH-uhnz, ap-uh-LAY-shuhnz, ap-uh-LAY-chuhnz
ˌæpəˈleɪʃənz
ap-uh-LAY-shuhnz
Definition
The Appalachians are a long mountain range in eastern North America, stretching from Canada to Alabama. They are known for their forests, wildlife, and rich cultural history.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæpəˈɫætʃənz/, /ˌæpəˈɫeɪʃənz/, /ˌæpəˈɫeɪtʃənz
British English
ˌæpəˈleɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ap-uh-LATCH-uhnz, ap-uh-LAY-shuhnz, ap-uh-LAY-chuhnz
UK
ap-uh-LAY-shuhnz
Listen in Context
The Appalachians are beautiful in the fall.
Many animals live in the Appalachians.
The Appalachians are older than the Rocky Mountains.
We hiked for three days in the Appalachians and saw stunning views.