How to Pronounce Partridge

To pronounce "partridge", say PARTR-idg-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɑːtɹɪd͡ʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈpɑːtɹɪd͡ʒ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “partridge”

"partridge" has 3 syllables: partr-idg-e. It rhymes with cartridge, if that helps it stick.

What does partridge mean?

noun

Any bird of a number of genera in the family Phasianidae, notably in the genera Perdix and Alectoris.
“On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me a partridge in a pear tree.”
A type cannon charge composed of several missiles fired all together, similar to langrage or case-shot. Also a large cannon that shoots stones.

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Words that rhyme with partridge

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cartridge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "partridge"?▾

"Partridge" has 3 syllables: partr · idg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "partridge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "partridge" is /ˈpɑːtɹɪd͡ʒ/.

What does "partridge" mean?▾

Partridge: Any bird of a number of genera in the family Phasianidae, notably in the genera Perdix and Alectoris.

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