How to Pronounce "pageant"
word
/ˈpædʒənt/
PAJ-uhnt
/pˈædʒənt/
PAJ-uhnt
Definition
A pageant is a public show, parade, or competition, often with elaborate costumes, such as a beauty contest or a historical reenactment.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpædʒənt/
British English
/pˈædʒənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAJ-uhnt
UK
PAJ-uhnt
Listen in Context
She won first place in the local pageant.
The town held a historical pageant every summer.
Kids love dressing up for the school pageant.
She’s preparing her speech for the upcoming pageant finals.