How to Pronounce "barges"
word
ˈbɑɹdʒəz/, /ˈbɑɹdʒɪz
BAR-jiz
bˈɑːdʒɪz
BAHJ-iz
Definition
Large, flat-bottomed boats mainly used to transport goods on rivers and canals. The word 'barges' is the plural of 'barge'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑɹdʒəz/, /ˈbɑɹdʒɪz
British English
bˈɑːdʒɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAR-jiz
UK
BAHJ-iz
Listen in Context
Two barges carried coal down the river.
The workers loaded the barges with sand.
Many barges can be seen near the harbor.
At night, the lights from the barges reflect on the water.