How to Pronounce "marriage bed"
expression
MAIR-ij bed
MAR-ij bed
Definition
The bed shared by a married couple, often symbolizing their intimate relationship and married life.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛɹɪdʒ/ /ˈbɛd
British English
mˈæɹɪdʒ/ /bˈɛd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAIR-ij bed
UK
MAR-ij bed
Listen in Context
The couple bought a new marriage bed for their home.
They decorated the marriage bed with fresh flowers.
Traditionally, parents bless the marriage bed before the wedding night.
There's something sacred about the marriage bed that many couples cherish.