Pronunciation guide

How to pronounce gauge

GAYJ - one syllable, rhyming with 'page'

US/ˈɡeɪdʒ/

ɡeɪdʒ

UK/ˈɡeɪdʒ/

ɡeɪdʒ

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Common mistake

Not 'gawj' or 'GOW-j'; the 'au' here says 'ay' - 'GAYJ'.

What “gauge” means

A measure; a standard of measure; an instrument to determine dimensions, distance, or capacity; a standard.

An act of measuring.

In a sentence

  • A ship's weather gauge is used to indicate windward position.
  • Check the fuel gauge before the long drive.

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