How to Pronounce “architecture”
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- American (US)
- /ˈɑɹ.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃɚ/
- British (UK)
- /ˈɑː.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃə/
- Australian (AU)
- /ˈɐː.kɪˌtek.t͡ʃə/
What “architecture” means
noun — The high-level design of a software system, including its components and their relationships.
Example: The architecture throughout NYC is amazing.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “architecture” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ˈɑɹ.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃɚ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "architecture" mean?
architecture (noun): The high-level design of a software system, including its components and their relationships. For example — The architecture throughout NYC is amazing.
How do you pronounce "architecture" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˈɑɹ.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃɚ/. British English: /ˈɑː.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃə/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "architecture"?
/ˈɑɹ.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃɚ/ in American English, /ˈɑː.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃə/ in British English, /ˈɐː.kɪˌtek.t͡ʃə/ in Australian English.
Which syllable is stressed in "architecture"?
“architecture” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ˈɑɹ.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃɚ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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