Similarly one may ask, how do you pronounce arch enemy?
The "ch" in archenemy is pronounced similar to that in archbishop and archdiocese, even though they're followed by consonants in the latter, but a vowel the former.
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Pronounce Names.
| Pronunciation: | RAFF AYE EL |
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Hereof, why do we say arch enemy?
Etymology. The word archenemy or arch-enemy originated around the mid-16th century, from the words arch- (from Greek ?ρχω archo meaning 'to lead') and enemy. An archenemy may also be referred to as archrival, archfoe, archvillain, or archnemesis.
Is it pronounced arc or arch?
I've checked the dictionaries and both words have a common meaning: arc - a shape or structure resembling an arc. arch - a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight of a bridge, roof, or wall above it.