How to Pronounce Serge

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/sɜːdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “serge”

"serge" has 2 syllables: serg-e. It rhymes with scourge and surge, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: surge — easy to mix up when writing.

What does serge mean?

noun

  1. A type of worsted cloth.
  2. (by metonymy) A garment made of this fabric.

verb

  1. To overlock.

Words that rhyme with serge

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scourgesurgeurgedirgeemergevergeconvergemergeupsurgesubmergedivergepurge

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "serge"?▾

"Serge" has 2 syllables: serg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "serge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "serge" is /sɜːdʒ/.

What does "serge" mean?▾

Serge: A type of worsted cloth.

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