How to pronounce Ricochet in English

Ricochet is pronounced RIK-ə-shay (IPA /ˈrɪkəˌʃeɪ/). The 'ch' is /ʃ/ and 't' is silent — 'RIK-uh-shay'.

IPA: /ˈrɪkəˌʃeɪ/

Syllables: RIK · ə · shay

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Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'rich-OH-chet' with /tʃ/ and final 't'.

Tip: The 'ch' is /ʃ/ and 't' is silent — 'RIK-uh-shay'.

Short i /ɪ/ vs long ee /iː/

Schwa /ə/, the reduced vowel

The American R

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