ocre
ochre
Latin America
Simplified: OHK-reh
IPA: 'ok.ɾe
Spain
Simplified: OHK-reh
IPA: 'ok.ɾe
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
oc
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o
  • c like unaspirated k in sky (not key)
  • k sound without burst of air
re
  • tapped r like ladder
  • quick tapped r with tongue tip against ridge behind teeth
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e