How to Pronounce Mileage

To pronounce "mileage", say MIL-eag-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmaɪlədʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈmaɪlədʒ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mileage”

"mileage" has 3 syllables: mil-eag-e. It rhymes with silage and milage, if that helps it stick.

What does mileage mean?

noun

The total distance travelled in miles or in air miles.
The number of miles travelled by a vehicle on a certain volume of fuel.

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Words that rhyme with mileage

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silage milage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mileage"?▾

"Mileage" has 3 syllables: mil · eag · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "mileage"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mileage" is /ˈmaɪlədʒ/.

What does "mileage" mean?▾

Mileage: The total distance travelled in miles or in air miles.

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