How to pronounce signage
Say it like SY-nij. Signage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY).
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- SY
- nij
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Signage pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- nijKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of signage
American and British speakers say signage in essentially the same way: /ˈsaɪnɪdʒ/ in the US and /ˈsaɪnɪdʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: SY-nij.
What does signage mean?
- Signs, particularly those imparting commercial, directional, or road traffic information, taken collectively.“The signage at the airport is designed to point the way clearly to important locations.”
- A sign, a signboard.
Where does signage come from?
From sign + -age.
Questions about saying signage
How do you pronounce signage?
Say SY-nij. The American pronunciation is /ˈsaɪnɪdʒ/. In British English it is /ˈsaɪnɪdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in signage?
Signage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY). Broken into parts: SY · nij.
Do Americans and Brits say signage the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsaɪnɪdʒ/ and the British form is /ˈsaɪnɪdʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.