How to Pronounce "drainage"
word
ˈdɹeɪnədʒ/, /ˈdɹeɪnɪdʒ
DRAY-nij
dɹˈeɪnɪdʒ
dray-NIJ
Definition
Drainage is the process of removing excess water or liquid, often from land, buildings, or the body, usually by a system of pipes or natural channels.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹeɪnədʒ/, /ˈdɹeɪnɪdʒ
British English
dɹˈeɪnɪdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRAY-nij
UK
dray-NIJ
Listen in Context
The city built a new drainage system to prevent floods.
Good drainage is important for a healthy garden.
Doctors checked the wound's drainage after surgery.
Heavy rain overwhelmed the drainage and caused street flooding.