How to Pronounce "mirages"
word
mɝˈɑʒəz
mer-AHZ-uhz
mˈɪɹɑːʒɪz
mi-RAHZ-iz
Definition
Mirages are optical illusions, usually seen in the desert or on roads, where something looks real (like water), but is not actually there. The word can also be used metaphorically for hopes or dreams that are impossible or false.
IPA Transcription
American English
mɝˈɑʒəz
British English
mˈɪɹɑːʒɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mer-AHZ-uhz
UK
mi-RAHZ-iz
Listen in Context
Travelers in the desert often see mirages that look like water.
On hot roads, you can sometimes notice mirages in the distance.
Photographers sometimes try to capture mirages in their pictures.
All those promises turned out to be just mirages.