How to Pronounce Effrontery

To pronounce "effrontery", say EFFR-ont-ery — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛˈfɹʌntəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɛˈfɹʌntəɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “effrontery

"effrontery" has 3 syllables: effr-ont-ery. It rhymes with wintery, if that helps it stick.

What does effrontery mean?

noun

  1. Insolent and shameless audacity.

    We even had the effrontery to suggest that he should leave the country.

  2. An act of insolent and shameless audacity.

    Any refusal to salute the president shall be counted as an effrontery.

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How many syllables are in "effrontery"?

"Effrontery" has 3 syllables: effr · ont · ery.

What is the IPA transcription of "effrontery"?

The IPA transcription of "effrontery" is /ɛˈfɹʌntəɹi/.

What does "effrontery" mean?

Effrontery: Insolent and shameless audacity.

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