How to Pronounce Baggage

To pronounce "baggage", say BAGG-ag-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbæɡɪdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “baggage”

"baggage" has 3 syllables: bagg-ag-e.

What does baggage mean?

noun

  1. (usually uncountable) Luggage; traveling equipment

    “Please put your baggage in the trunk.”

  2. Factors, especially psychological ones, which interfere with a person's ability to function effectively.

    “This person has got a lot of emotional baggage.”

Synonyms

bagsgearluggagestuff

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Related words

luggagesuitcasevalisebriefcasepackpackingparcelbag

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "baggage"?▾

"Baggage" has 3 syllables: bagg · ag · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "baggage"?▾

The IPA transcription of "baggage" is /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/.

What does "baggage" mean?▾

Baggage: (usually uncountable) Luggage; traveling equipment

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