How to Pronounce Bridges

To pronounce "bridges", say BRIDG-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɹɪdʒɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbɹɪdʒɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bridges”

"bridges" has 2 syllables: bridg-es. It rhymes with ridges and midges, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: brydges — easy to mix up when writing.

What does bridges mean?

noun

  1. A construction or natural feature that spans a divide.
  2. An arch or superstructure.

verb

  1. To be or make a bridge over something.

    “With enough cable, we can bridge this gorge.”

  2. To span as if with a bridge.

    “The two groups were able to bridge their differences.”

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Words that rhyme with bridges

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ridgesmidgesabridgesfridgesbrydgesijaz

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bridges"?▾

"Bridges" has 2 syllables: bridg · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "bridges"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bridges" is /ˈbɹɪdʒɪz/.

What does "bridges" mean?▾

Bridges: A construction or natural feature that spans a divide.

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