Phonology of Kachina

The phonology of "Kachina" refers to the sound system of the word, including its pronunciation and the way its sounds are organized. "Kachina" is pronounced with three syllables: "ka-chi-na." It features a clear "k" sound at the start, followed by the "a" vowel as in "father," the "ch" sound as in "cheese," another "i" as in "machine," and ending with "na" similar to "nuh." The stress is typically on the second syllable "chi." Overall, the word’s phonology involves specific consonant and vowel sounds arranged in a pattern that reflects its Native American origin.