How to Pronounce Ledge

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/lɛdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ledge”

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

What does ledge mean?

noun

  1. A shelf on which articles may be laid; also, that which resembles such a shelf in form or use, as a projecting ridge or part, or a molding or edge in joinery.
  2. A shelf, ridge, or reef, of rocks.

verb

  1. To cause to have, or to develop, a ledge (during mining, canal construction, building, etc).

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Words that rhyme with ledge

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

edgeallegepledgewedgehedgefledgesedgesledgekedgestraightedgetedgeswedge

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ledge"?▾

"Ledge" has 2 syllables: ledg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ledge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ledge" is /lɛdʒ/.

What does "ledge" mean?▾

Ledge: A shelf on which articles may be laid; also, that which resembles such a shelf in form or use, as a projecting ridge or part, or a molding or edge in joinery.

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