How to Pronounce Hedge

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/hɛdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hedge”

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

What does hedge mean?

noun

  1. A thicket of bushes or other shrubbery, especially one planted as a fence between two portions of land, or to separate the parts of a garden.

    “He trims the hedge once a week.”

  2. A barrier (often consisting of a line of persons or objects) to protect someone or something from harm.

Words that rhyme with hedge

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

edgeallegepledgewedgeledgefledgesedgesledgekedgestraightedgetedgeswedge

Related words

hedgerowfudgeskirtduckparrysidestepdodgecircumvent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hedge"?▾

"Hedge" has 2 syllables: hedg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "hedge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hedge" is /hɛdʒ/.

What does "hedge" mean?▾

Hedge: A thicket of bushes or other shrubbery, especially one planted as a fence between two portions of land, or to separate the parts of a garden.

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