How to Pronounce Dredge

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/dɹɛdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dredge”

"dredge" has 2 syllables: dredg-e. It rhymes with edge and allege, if that helps it stick.

What does dredge mean?

noun

  1. Any instrument used to gather or take by dragging; as:
  2. Very fine mineral matter held in suspension in water.

verb

  1. To make a channel deeper or wider using a dredge.
  2. To bring something to the surface with a dredge.

Words that rhyme with dredge

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

edgeallegepledgewedgehedgeledgefledgesedgesledgekedgestraightedgetedge

Related words

draghopperspadedustpanwashshoveldipperalluvial

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dredge"?▾

"Dredge" has 2 syllables: dredg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dredge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dredge" is /dɹɛdʒ/.

What does "dredge" mean?▾

Dredge: Any instrument used to gather or take by dragging; as:

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