How to Pronounce "tidewater"
word
ˈtaɪdˌwɔtɝ
TYDE-waw-ter
ˈtaɪdˌwɔːtə
TYDE-waw-tuh
Definition
Tidewater is water brought in by tides, usually found along coasts or rivers affected by the ocean's movements. It can also refer to low-lying coastal areas influenced by tides.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtaɪdˌwɔtɝ
British English
ˈtaɪdˌwɔːtə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TYDE-waw-ter
UK
TYDE-waw-tuh
Listen in Context
The river becomes tidewater near the ocean.
Plants in the tidewater area must survive salty water.
The boat cannot move at low tidewater.
Many birds nest in the tidewater marshes each spring.