How to Pronounce “zilch”
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- American (US)
- /zɪlt͡ʃ/
- British (UK)
- /zɪlt͡ʃ/
What “zilch” means
noun — A nobody: a person who is worthless in importance or character.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "zilch" mean?
zilch (noun): A nobody: a person who is worthless in importance or character.
How do you pronounce "zilch" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "zilch", /zɪlt͡ʃ/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "zilch"?
/zɪlt͡ʃ/ in American English, /zɪlt͡ʃ/ in British English.
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