The word "wadge" is spelled with the letters "w," "a," "d," "g," and "e." In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced as /wɑdʒ/. The "w" sound is pronounced with rounded lips, much like the "o" in "gone." The "a" sound is a short vowel sound, while the "d" and "g" sounds are pronounced with the tongue touching the teeth and the velum, respectively. The final "e" is silent in the English language. The word "wadge" refers to a large sum of money, usually paid in one lump sum.
Wadge is a noun that refers to a thick or substantial amount of something. It is often used to describe a large quantity or mass, particularly in reference to money or cash. The term can be used to depict a significant sum of money, usually in the form of banknotes or bills, or to describe a considerable amount of any substance or material.
The word wadge is primarily used in British English and is synonymous with other terms such as stack, bundle, or heap. However, wadge typically has a connotation of being bulky, weighty, and substantial. It implies a significant accumulation or concentration of a particular item or resource.
Wadge is commonly employed in informal contexts when discussing large amounts of money earned or received, such as wages, bonuses, or winnings. It can also be used to describe a large amount of physical objects or material, for instance, a wadge of documents or a wadge of fabric.
Overall, the term wadge serves to emphasize the considerable size or value of something, highlighting its substantial nature.
The word "wadge" is believed to have originated from the Middle English term "wage" or "wagey". This term is thought to have derived from the Old North French word "wage" meaning "stake" or "pledge". The word "wadge" then evolved to its current form, referring to a sum of money earned for work or services.