How to pronounce cages
Say it like KAY-jiz. Cages has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY).
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- KAY
- jiz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cages pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- jizKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cages
American and British speakers say cages in essentially the same way: /ˈkeɪdʒɪz/ in the US and /ˈkeɪdʒɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAY-jiz.
What does cages mean?
- plural of cage How to pronounce cage
Questions about saying cages
How do you pronounce cages?
Say KAY-jiz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkeɪdʒɪz/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪdʒɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cages?
Cages has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY). Broken into parts: KAY · jiz.
Do Americans and Brits say cages the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkeɪdʒɪz/ and the British form is /ˈkeɪdʒɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.