How to Pronounce "paperweights"
word
ˈpeɪpɝˌweɪt
PAY-per-wayts
pˈeɪpəwˌeɪts
PAY-puh-wayts
Definition
Small, heavy objects placed on top of papers to keep them from blowing away or getting scattered.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪpɝˌweɪt
British English
pˈeɪpəwˌeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY-per-wayts
UK
PAY-puh-wayts
Listen in Context
I have two paperweights on my desk.
The paperweights keep my papers in place.
She collects antique paperweights.
Honestly, those old trophies just work as paperweights now.