How do you pronounce "arch"?

In American English: /ˈɑːrtʃ/ (AHRCH). In British English: /ˈɑːtʃ/ (AHCH). In Canadian English: /ˈɑːrtʃ/ (AHRCH). In Australian English: /ˈɑːtʃ/ (AHCH).

Is "arch" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈɑːrtʃ/ (AHRCH), while in British English it's /ˈɑːtʃ/ (AHCH).

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arch

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/ˈɑːrtʃ/

AHRCH

Syllable Breakdown

ɑːrtʃarch

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Last updated: 2026-02-12