How to Pronounce "steerage"

word

ˈstɪrɪdʒ

STEER-ij

stˈiəɹɪdʒ

STEER-ij

Definition

Historically, 'steerage' refers to the cheapest section on a passenger ship, where people traveled in simple and crowded conditions. It can also mean the part of a ship used for steering.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈstɪrɪdʒ

British English

stˈiəɹɪdʒ

Simplified Pronunciation

STEER-ij

Listen in Context

Many poor immigrants traveled in steerage across the Atlantic.

The conditions in steerage were often uncomfortable and crowded.

She bought a ticket for steerage because it was all she could afford.

My great-grandfather has stories about being seasick in steerage during his journey to America.