How to Pronounce "plebes"
word
pliːbz
PLEEBZ
plˈiːbz
PLEEBZ
Definition
Plural of 'plebe'. Used to refer to ordinary people (not rich or powerful), or in military/school contexts as slang for new students or cadets.
IPA Transcription
American English
pliːbz
British English
plˈiːbz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLEEBZ
UK
PLEEBZ
Listen in Context
At the academy, the new students are called plebes.
The wealthy rarely talk to the plebes.
The plebes had to wake up earlier than everyone else.
During their first year, the plebes do all the toughest chores.