How to pronounce "sledge"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "sledge"

Learn how to break down "sledge" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/slɛdʒ/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

S L EH1 JH
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "sledge"

Pronunciation: /slɛdʒ/

Noun

  • A heavy, long handled maul or hammer used to drive stakes, wedges, etc.

Verb

  • To hit with a sledgehammer.
Pronunciation: /slɛdʒ/

Noun

  • A low sled drawn by animals, typically on snow, ice or grass.
    Example: "The sledge ran far better upon the ice; I cannot say the same for the dogs."
  • Any type of sled or sleigh.
  • A card game resembling all fours and seven-up; old sledge.

Verb

  • To drag or draw a sledge.
  • To ride, travel with or transport in a sledge.
Pronunciation: /slɛdʒ/

Verb

  • To verbally insult or abuse an opponent in order to distract them (considered unsportsmanlike).

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