How to Pronounce "besiege"
word
bɪˈsidʒ
bih-SEEDJ
bɪsˈiːdʒ
biss-EEJ
Definition
To surround a place, especially with an army, in order to force those inside to give up or surrender. It can also mean to overwhelm someone with requests or demands.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈsidʒ
British English
bɪsˈiːdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bih-SEEDJ
UK
biss-EEJ
Listen in Context
The army besieged the city for three weeks.
The castle was besieged by enemy forces.
They tried to besiege the fort but failed.
After the news broke, reporters besieged her house for days.