How to Pronounce "waterways"
word
ˈwɔtɝˌweɪz
WAW-ter-wayz
wˈɔːtəwˌeɪz
WAW-tuh-wayz
Definition
Channels of water, such as rivers, canals, or lakes, that are used for travel or transport by boats and ships.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɔtɝˌweɪz
British English
wˈɔːtəwˌeɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAW-ter-wayz
UK
WAW-tuh-wayz
Listen in Context
The city is famous for its beautiful waterways.
Boats travel along the waterways during summer.
These waterways help transport goods between cities.
The Netherlands is famous for its network of interconnected waterways.