How to Pronounce "foundries"
word
ˈfaʊndɹiz
FOWN-dreez
fˈaʊndɹɪz
FOWN-driz
Definition
Places or factories where metals are melted and shaped into new objects, usually by pouring liquid metal into molds.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaʊndɹiz
British English
fˈaʊndɹɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FOWN-dreez
UK
FOWN-driz
Listen in Context
Many cities built foundries near rivers for easy transport.
Old foundries are sometimes turned into museums.
Workers in foundries must wear special protection.
Back in the day, those foundries were the heart of this town.