How to Pronounce Fragile

To pronounce "fragile", say FRAG-il-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfɹædʒaɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈfɹædʒaɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fragile”

"fragile" has 3 syllables: frag-il-e. It rhymes with agile and flagyl, if that helps it stick.

What does fragile mean?

adjective

Easily broken or destroyed, and thus often of subtle or intricate structure.
“He is a very fragile person and gets easily depressed.”
Feeling weak or easily disturbed as a result of illness.

Synonyms

breakable breakly destroyable destructible friable

Antonyms

durable indestructible unbreakable undestroyable

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Words that rhyme with fragile

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

agile flagyl magill

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fragile"?▾

"Fragile" has 3 syllables: frag · il · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fragile"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fragile" is /ˈfɹædʒaɪl/.

What does "fragile" mean?▾

Fragile: Easily broken or destroyed, and thus often of subtle or intricate structure.

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