How to Pronounce "colleges"
word
/ˈkɑɫɪdʒɪz/
KAH-lij-iz
/kˈɒlɪdʒɪz/
KO-lij-iz
Definition
Institutions of higher education where students study for academic degrees or specialized training, usually after finishing secondary school. 'Colleges' is the plural form of 'college'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑɫɪdʒɪz/
British English
/kˈɒlɪdʒɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAH-lij-iz
UK
KO-lij-iz
Listen in Context
Many students apply to several colleges each year.
Some colleges offer programs in art and design.
The city has three public colleges.
After touring different colleges, she finally made her choice.