'Appalachian' — How Do You Say It?

August 29, 2024 At Appalachian State University, Mountaineers have a preference in the pronunciation of Appalachian: “appa-latch-un.” According to the online Merriam-Webster Dictionary and several others, both “appa-latch-un" and “appa-lay-shun,” an alternative pronunciation, are acceptable. The history behind the region’s name — both its spelling and how to say it — spans cultures, centuries and languages. Read Full Article »