How to Pronounce Passengers

To pronounce "passengers", say PASS-eng-ers — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpæsənd͡ʒəz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈpæsənd͡ʒəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “passengers”

"passengers" has 3 syllables: pass-eng-ers.

What does passengers mean?

noun

  1. One who rides or travels in a vehicle, but who does not operate it and is not a member of the crew.

    “Somebody in a team who does not do their fair share of the work.”

  2. A young hunting bird that can fly and is taken while it is still in its first year.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "passengers"?▾

"Passengers" has 3 syllables: pass · eng · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "passengers"?▾

The IPA transcription of "passengers" is /ˈpæsənd͡ʒəz/.

What does "passengers" mean?▾

Passengers: One who rides or travels in a vehicle, but who does not operate it and is not a member of the crew.

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