How to Pronounce Allege

To pronounce "allege", say ALL-eg-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈlɛdʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈlɛdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “allege”

"allege" has 3 syllables: all-eg-e. It rhymes with edge and pledge, if that helps it stick.

What does allege mean?

verb

  1. To state under oath, to plead.
  2. To cite or quote an author or his work for or against.

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Words that rhyme with allege

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

edgepledgewedgehedgeledgefledgesedgesledgekedgestraightedgetedgeswedge

Related words

aversayassertaffirminvokeclaimpleaddeclare

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "allege"?▾

"Allege" has 3 syllables: all · eg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "allege"?▾

The IPA transcription of "allege" is /əˈlɛdʒ/.

What does "allege" mean?▾

Allege: To state under oath, to plead.

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