How to Pronounce "stakes"
word
/ˈsteɪks/
stayks
/stˈeɪks/
stayks
Definition
'Stakes' can mean the money or things you risk in a bet or competition, or refer to wooden or metal posts stuck in the ground. It's often used more generally for anything that could be won or lost in an important situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsteɪks/
British English
/stˈeɪks/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
stayks
UK
stayks
Listen in Context
The stakes are high in this game.
They hammered stakes into the ground for the tent.
What are the stakes in this competition?
If you fail, the stakes could be your whole career.