How to Pronounce "file charges"
expression
ˈfaɪɫ/ /ˈtʃɑɹdʒəz/, /ˈtʃɑɹdʒɪz
FYLE CHAR-jiz
faɪl/ /ˈt͡ʃɑːd͡ʒɪz
FYLE CHA-jiz
Definition
To officially accuse someone of a crime by starting legal action, usually by informing the police or a court.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪɫ/ /ˈtʃɑɹdʒəz/, /ˈtʃɑɹdʒɪz
British English
faɪl/ /ˈt͡ʃɑːd͡ʒɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FYLE CHAR-jiz
UK
FYLE CHA-jiz
Listen in Context
The police decided to file charges after the investigation.
She will file charges against her neighbor.
The company decided to file charges for theft.
If you don't apologize, I might have to file charges.