How to Pronounce Engage

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

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɛnˈɡeɪdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “engage”

"engage" has 3 syllables: eng-ag-e. It rhymes with assuage and outrage, if that helps it stick.

What does engage mean?

verb

  1. (heading) To interact socially.
  2. (heading) To interact antagonistically.

Antonyms

disengage

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Words that rhyme with engage

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assuageoutrageragestagegaugegagepagerampagedisengageplagegreigewage

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "engage"?▾

"Engage" has 3 syllables: eng · ag · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "engage"?▾

The IPA transcription of "engage" is /ɛnˈɡeɪdʒ/.

What does "engage" mean?▾

Engage: (heading) To interact socially.

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