How to Pronounce Beige

To pronounce "beige", say BEIG-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbeɪdʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈbeɪdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “beige”

"beige" has 2 syllables: beig-e.

What does beige mean?

noun

  1. A slightly yellowish gray colour, as that of unbleached wool.
  2. Debeige; a kind of woollen or mixed dress goods.

adjective

  1. Having a slightly yellowish gray colour, as that of unbleached wool.
  2. Comfortably dull and unadventurous, in a way that suggests middle-class suburbia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beige"?▾

"Beige" has 2 syllables: beig · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "beige"?▾

The IPA transcription of "beige" is /ˈbeɪdʒ/.

What does "beige" mean?▾

Beige: A slightly yellowish gray colour, as that of unbleached wool.

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