How to pronounce damage

Say it like this: /ˈdæmədʒ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈdæmədʒ/

What does damage mean?

nounInjury or harm; the condition or measure of something not being intact.

“the damage is already done”

Cost or expense.

“"What's the damage?" he asked the waiter.”

verbTo impair the soundness, goodness, or value of; to harm or cause destruction.

“Be careful not to damage any of the fragile items while unpacking them.”

To undergo damage; to take damage.

To remove a damaged or unsalable item from the sales floor for processing.

“Did you damage the items that the customer returned yet?”

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