How Do You Spell GILCHREST?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈɪlkɹɛst] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "gilchrest" may seem confusing at first glance, but it can be explained phonetically using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The word is pronounced /ˈɡɪltʃrɛst/, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The "g" is pronounced like the "g" in "go," while the "ch" is pronounced like the "ch" in "church." The "r" is rolled, and the ending "est" is pronounced like "est" in "crest." While the spelling may be tricky to remember, the phonetic pronunciation makes it easier to say.