How to pronounce parage
Say it like PAR-ij. Parage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- ij
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parage pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ijKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of parage
American and British speakers say parage in essentially the same way: /ˈpærɪdʒ/ in the US and /ˈpærɪdʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: PAR-ij.
What does parage mean?
- A feudal institution that recognizes equality of rights and status between two rulers, and equality in the portions of an inheritance.
- A woman's marriage portion or dowry.
Where does parage come from?
From Middle English parage, from Old French parage, perage, from pair (“equal”) + -age.
Words that rhyme with parage
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of parage.
Questions about saying parage
How do you pronounce parage?
Say PAR-ij. The American pronunciation is /ˈpærɪdʒ/. In British English it is /ˈpærɪdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parage?
Parage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · ij.
Do Americans and Brits say parage the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpærɪdʒ/ and the British form is /ˈpærɪdʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.