How to Pronounce Damage

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈdæmɪdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “damage”

"damage" has 3 syllables: dam-ag-e. It rhymes with samaj and grammage, if that helps it stick.

What does damage mean?

noun

Injury or harm; the condition or measure of something not being intact.
“The storm did a lot of damage to the area.”
Cost or expense.
“"What's the damage?" he asked the waiter.”

verb

To impair the soundness, goodness, or value of; to harm or cause destruction.
“Be careful not to damage any of the fragile items while unpacking them.”
To undergo damage.

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Words that rhyme with damage

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

samaj grammage gamage gammage ramage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "damage"?▾

"Damage" has 3 syllables: dam · ag · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "damage"?▾

The IPA transcription of "damage" is /ˈdæmɪdʒ/.

What does "damage" mean?▾

Damage: Injury or harm; the condition or measure of something not being intact.

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