How to Pronounce "bilges"
word
ˈbɪldʒɪz
BIL-jiz
bˈɪldʒɪz
BIL-jiz
Definition
‘Bilges’ are the lowest parts inside a ship or boat, where water often collects. Informally, 'bilge' can also mean nonsense or foolish talk.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɪldʒɪz
British English
bˈɪldʒɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BIL-jiz
UK
BIL-jiz
Listen in Context
The engineer checked the bilges for water every morning.
Water collects in the bilges during a long trip.
The crew cleaned the bilges after docking.
Don’t listen to his story; it’s pure bilges.