How to Pronounce "judges"
word
/ˈdʒədʒɪz/
JUH-jiz
/dʒˈʌdʒɪz/
JUH-jiz
Definition
Judges are people whose job is to make legal decisions in court. The word can also refer more generally to people who decide who is best in a competition, but its main meaning is court officials.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒədʒɪz/
British English
/dʒˈʌdʒɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JUH-jiz
UK
JUH-jiz
Listen in Context
The judges entered the courtroom at nine o'clock.
Three judges listened to her case.
The judges picked the best singer.
The judges weren't convinced by his excuse.