How to Pronounce Franklin

To pronounce "franklin", say FRANKL-in — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɹæŋk.lɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɹæŋk.lɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “franklin”

"franklin" has 2 syllables: frankl-in. It rhymes with francklin and francklyn, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: francklin, francklyn, franklyn — easy to mix up when writing.

What does franklin mean?

noun

  1. A freeholder, especially as belonging to a class of landowners in the 14th and 15th century ranking below the gentry.

Words that rhyme with franklin

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

francklinfrancklynfranklynshanklin

Related words

demilleladdzuckerbenjaminsquirelandholderyeomanlandowner

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "franklin"?▾

"Franklin" has 2 syllables: frankl · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "franklin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "franklin" is /ˈfɹæŋk.lɪn/.

What does "franklin" mean?▾

Franklin: A freeholder, especially as belonging to a class of landowners in the 14th and 15th century ranking below the gentry.

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