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How to Pronounce savage?

Correct pronunciation for the word "savage" is [sˈavɪd͡ʒ], [sˈavɪd‍ʒ], [s_ˈa_v_ɪ_dʒ].

"Savage" in context

The word "savage" is used to describe something that is uncivilized, wild or uncontrolled. It can also refer to someone who is vicious or cruel. Historically, the term has been used to describe and otherize cultures that were seen as primitive or uncivilized and was used to justify oppressing or mistreating these cultures.

Savage behavior can be found in both humans and animals, and the term has been used for centuries. Examples of animal savagery include the way some birds steal eggs from other bird's nests and the aggressive behavior of predators in the wild, such as lions and tigers.

What are similar-sounding words for savage?

  • sauvageau,
  • sabbagh.

Usage over time for savage:

This graph shows how "savage" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.

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