How to Pronounce "dowager"
word
DOW-uh-jer
DOW-i-juh
Definition
A dowager is an older woman, especially one of high social rank, who usually inherits her title or property from her late husband. It often refers to a dignified, respected widow.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdaʊədʒɝ
British English
dˈaʊɪdʒɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOW-uh-jer
UK
DOW-i-juh
Listen in Context
The dowager wore a black dress at the ceremony.
The village respected the dowager for her wisdom.
The dowager inherited the estate after her husband's death.
Everyone fell silent when the dowager entered the room.