How to Pronounce "plebes"

word

pliːbz

PLEEBZ

plˈiːbz

PLEEBZ

Definition

Plural of 'plebe'. Used to refer to ordinary people (not rich or powerful), or in military/school contexts as slang for new students or cadets.

American English

pliːbz

British English

plˈiːbz

PLEEBZ

At the academy, the new students are called plebes.

The wealthy rarely talk to the plebes.

The plebes had to wake up earlier than everyone else.

During their first year, the plebes do all the toughest chores.