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