How to Pronounce “colleague”

American (US)

/ˈkɑːliːɡ/

British (UK)

/ˈkɒliːɡ/

Australian (AU)

/ˈkɔliːɡ/

noun — A person one works with, especially in a profession.

Example: A colleague covered the shift for him.

Synonyms: coworker, associate

The final e is silent. The transcription /ˈkɑːliːɡ/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “colleague” is not pronounced.

Where the stress falls. “colleague” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkɑːliːɡ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "colleague" mean?

colleague (noun): A person one works with, especially in a profession. For example — A colleague covered the shift for him.

How do you pronounce "colleague" in American vs British English?

American English: /ˈkɑːliːɡ/. British English: /ˈkɒliːɡ/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "colleague"?

/ˈkɑːliːɡ/ in American English, /ˈkɒliːɡ/ in British English, /ˈkɔliːɡ/ in Australian English.

Which syllable is stressed in "colleague"?

“colleague” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkɑːliːɡ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

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