How Do You Spell CATOCHE?

Pronunciation: [kˈatɒt͡ʃ] (IPA)

The word "catoche" is often misspelled as "catache". The correct spelling is pronounced as /kəˈtoʊtʃi/ and derives from the Mayan language. It refers to a sandbar that sits at the entrance of a lagoon in the Yucatan Peninsula. The spelling of the word reflects the unique phonetic sounds of the Mayan dialect, including the use of the "ch" sound. While it may be challenging for non-native speakers to correctly spell and pronounce, paying attention to the IPA transcription can help in accurately using the term.