How to Pronounce Selvages

To pronounce "selvages", say SELV-ag-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

SELV-ag-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “selvages”

"selvages" has 3 syllables: selv-ag-es.

What does selvages mean?

noun

  1. The edge of a woven fabric, where the weft (side-to-side) threads run around the warp (top to bottom) threads, creating a finished edge.
  2. Any edge of fabric finished so as to prevent raveling.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "selvages"?▾

"Selvages" has 3 syllables: selv · ag · es.

What does "selvages" mean?▾

Selvages: The edge of a woven fabric, where the weft (side-to-side) threads run around the warp (top to bottom) threads, creating a finished edge.

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