How to Pronounce "railways"
word
ˈɹeɪɫˌweɪz
RAYL-wayz
ɹˈeɪlweɪz
RAYL-wayz
Definition
Railways are the tracks, systems, and organizations for trains to travel on, usually used to transport people or goods over long distances.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹeɪɫˌweɪz
British English
ɹˈeɪlweɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAYL-wayz
UK
RAYL-wayz
Listen in Context
Many countries have extensive railways connecting major cities.
India's railways are among the busiest in the world.
The railways transport both people and goods.
Many towns grew rapidly after the railways arrived.