How to Pronounce "slugs"
word
/ˈsɫəɡz/
SLUHGZ
/slˈʌɡz/
SLUGZ
Definition
Slugs are soft, slimy creatures similar to snails but without shells. The word can also mean a bullet, or a fake coin, but mostly refers to the animal.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɫəɡz/
British English
/slˈʌɡz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SLUHGZ
UK
SLUGZ
Listen in Context
Slugs come out at night when it's wet.
Farmers don't like slugs in their gardens.
Some slugs are very big and orange.
I found three slugs under the flowerpot this morning.