How to Pronounce Fledge

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/flɛdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fledge”

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

What does fledge mean?

verb

  1. To care for a young bird until it is capable of flight.
  2. To grow, cover or be covered with feathers.

adjective

  1. Feathered; furnished with feathers or wings; able to fly.

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Words that rhyme with fledge

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

edgeallegepledgewedgehedgeledgesedgesledgekedgestraightedgetedgeswedge

Related words

featherflighthatchfletchfarrowfall

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fledge"?▾

"Fledge" has 2 syllables: fledg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fledge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fledge" is /flɛdʒ/.

What does "fledge" mean?▾

Fledge: To care for a young bird until it is capable of flight.

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