How to Pronounce niche
Language: English (from French) IPA: /niːʃ/ or /nɪtʃ/
Pronunciation explanation
Two valid pronunciations exist: British English uses /niːʃ/ (rhymes with "leash"), American English uses /nɪtʃ/ (rhymes with "itch"). Both are correct. The word entered English from French where it is /niʃ/.
Practice tip
In professional/academic contexts, the French-origin /niːʃ/ pronunciation is common. In casual American speech, /nɪtʃ/ is widely accepted.
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