Learn How to Pronounce badge

Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!

Find your word:

Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!

How to pronounce:

Listen to the pronunciation:

badge

Definition:

(nou) an emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.) (nou) any feature that is regarded as a sign of status (a particular power or quality or rank)

Phonetic Transcription:

bædʒ

Examples:

The higher the rank within the department, the lower the badge number.

The badge was similar to the Aviator Badge and the Aircrew Badge.

The badge has the name of the winner and the year of the triumph.

Learn more about:
badge

Related Words:

name

ticket

How to perfect your pronunciation of: badge

Learn Individual Sounds

Break badge down into individual sounds such as bædʒ. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.

Copy Others

Use the tools above to find out how different people say badge in their accents, then try to repeat after them.

Pick an Accent

Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.

Record Yourself

Say badge in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with badge.

Get a Native Tutor

Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.

Common mistakes of badge pronunciation

Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "badge" with a long "a" sound, like "bayj" /beɪdʒ/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound /bædʒ/ for clarity.
Misplacing stress: Many people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "ba-DGE" /bəˈdʒeɪ/. This is not standard. Tip: Remember that "badge" is a single syllable word, so stress the initial sound /bædʒ/.
Overemphasizing the "d": Some say "badge" with an exaggerated "d" sound, making it sound like "badge" /ˈbædʒ/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and blend it smoothly with the "g" sound.
Skipping the final sound: A common mistake is to drop the ending sound, pronouncing it as "bad" /bæd/. This changes the meaning. Tip: Always pronounce the "ge" clearly to maintain the word's integrity /bædʒ/.
Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix up "badge" with "bad" or "batch," leading to miscommunication. Tip: Practice saying "badge" /bædʒ/ distinctly, ensuring you differentiate it from other similar-sounding words.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "badge" in American English?

In American English, "badge" is pronounced as /bædʒ/, with the stress on the single syllable. The "a" sounds like the short "a" in "cat," and the "dge" is pronounced like "j."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "badge" between British and American English?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "badge" between British and American English. Both use the same IPA notation, /bædʒ/, and the stress remains on the first syllable.

What is the syllable structure of the word "badge"?

The word "badge" has one syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. It consists of the onset "b," the vowel "æ," and the coda "dge," which together create a single sound unit.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "badge"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "badge" as /bæd/, omitting the "dge" sound. Remember to include the "dge," which is pronounced like the "j" in "judge," to ensure clarity.