How to Pronounce "warships"
word
ˈwɔɹˌʃɪps
WAR-ships
wˈɔːʃɪps
WAW-ships
Definition
Large, heavily armed ships that are used by a country's navy for fighting in wars or protecting its interests at sea.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɔɹˌʃɪps
British English
wˈɔːʃɪps
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAR-ships
UK
WAW-ships
Listen in Context
The navy sent three warships to protect the coast.
Warships are different from cargo ships because they are made for battle.
Many warships took part in the naval exercise last year.
Several warships patrolled the waters near the border all night.