How to Pronounce "hags"
word
ˈhæɡ
HAGZ
hˈæɡz
HAGZ
Definition
A 'hag' is an old woman, often described as ugly or mean, especially in fairy tales or folklore. It is a very negative word and can also mean a witch-like character.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæɡ
British English
hˈæɡz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAGZ
UK
HAGZ
Listen in Context
The story was about three evil hags living in the forest.
People called the old women hags because they were mean.
The children were scared of the hags in the old tale.
They acted like a bunch of old hags gossiping all afternoon.