How to Pronounce "sponges"
word
ˈspəndʒəz
SPUN-juhz
spˈʌndʒɪz
spUN-jiz
Definition
'Sponges' are soft, absorbent materials used for cleaning, or simple sea animals with a porous body. The word is the plural of 'sponge.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspəndʒəz
British English
spˈʌndʒɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPUN-juhz
UK
spUN-jiz
Listen in Context
She bought new sponges for the kitchen.
Sponges can be found at the bottom of the sea.
We use sponges to wash the dishes.
My kids always fight over who gets the colorful sponges.