How to Pronounce "cages"
word
/ˈkeɪdʒɪz/
KAY-jiz
/kˈeɪdʒɪz/
KAY-jiz
Definition
Cages are enclosures made of wire or bars, used for keeping animals or birds inside. Sometimes the word is used figuratively to mean something that restricts freedom.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkeɪdʒɪz/
British English
/kˈeɪdʒɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAY-jiz
UK
KAY-jiz
Listen in Context
The zoo has many cages for the animals.
Birds are kept in cages to keep them safe.
The pet shop sells small cages for hamsters.
He opened all the cages and let the birds fly free.