How to Pronounce "wedgies"
word
ˈwɛdʒiz
WED-jeez
wˈɛdʒɪz
WED-jiz
Definition
A 'wedgie' is when someone's underwear is pulled up hard in the back, as a prank or bullying. It can also mean simply when underwear rides up and feels uncomfortable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɛdʒiz
British English
wˈɛdʒɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WED-jeez
UK
WED-jiz
Listen in Context
Some kids at school gave him wedgies every day.
Tight pants can sometimes cause wedgies.
He complained that he kept getting wedgies during gym class.
Do you remember when people thought giving wedgies was hilarious in middle school?