How to Pronounce "arcades"
word
ɑɹˈkeɪdz
ar-KAYDZ
ɑːkˈeɪdz
ah-KAYDZ
Definition
Arcades are places with many coin-operated video games or amusement machines. The word can also mean a covered walkway with arches, often in old buildings.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɑɹˈkeɪdz
British English
ɑːkˈeɪdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ar-KAYDZ
UK
ah-KAYDZ
Listen in Context
We played for hours at the arcades downtown.
Some old buildings have beautiful arcades with arches.
Many teenagers like to visit arcades after school.
The city renovated its historic arcades to attract more tourists.