How to Pronounce "militias"
word
məˈɫɪʃəz/, /mɪˈɫɪʃəz
mi-LISH-uhz
məlˈɪʃəz
mi-LISH-uhz
Definition
Groups of ordinary people who organize themselves like soldiers, usually to protect their community or to take part in conflict, without being part of the official army.
IPA Transcription
American English
məˈɫɪʃəz/, /mɪˈɫɪʃəz
British English
məlˈɪʃəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mi-LISH-uhz
UK
mi-LISH-uhz
Listen in Context
Several militias protected the village during the war.
The government tried to disband the militias.
Some militias help keep peace in their communities.
Local militias started forming after the police left town.