How to pronounce cordage
Say it like KOR-duj. Cordage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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- KOR
- duj
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cordage pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- dujKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cordage
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-dij.
What does cordage mean?
- Cord (of any type) when viewed as a mass or commodity.
- A set of ropes and cords, especially that used for a ship's rigging.
Where does cordage come from?
Borrowed from French cordage.
Questions about saying cordage
How do you pronounce cordage?
Say KOR-duj. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrdədʒ/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːdɪdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cordage?
Cordage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · duj.
Is cordage pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɔːdɪdʒ/ (KAW-dij).