How to Pronounce "dame"
word
/ˈdeɪm/
daym
/dˈeɪm/
daym
Definition
A dame is a woman who has received a special British title of honor, similar to the female form of 'Sir'. In some contexts, especially older or informal ones, it can also mean a woman or lady, sometimes with a particular tone.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdeɪm/
British English
/dˈeɪm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
daym
UK
daym
Listen in Context
She became a Dame for her work in medicine.
Dame Helen spoke at the school today.
That old movie calls every woman a dame.
I had no idea she was a Dame until someone mentioned the award.