How to Pronounce "amidship"
word
əˈmɪdˌʃɪp
uh-MID-ship
əˈmɪdʃɪp
uh-MID-ship
Definition
Located in or toward the middle part of a ship, between the bow (front) and stern (back).
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈmɪdˌʃɪp
British English
əˈmɪdʃɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-MID-ship
UK
uh-MID-ship
Listen in Context
The engine room is located amidship for better balance.
The lifeboats are stored amidship on the main deck.
Passengers often gather amidship to avoid seasickness.
"Let's meet amidship by the stairs after dinner," she said.