To pronounce "frankness", say FRANKN-ess — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɹæŋknɛs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈfɹæŋknɛs/
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"frankness" has 2 syllables: frankn-ess. It rhymes with rankness and blankness, if that helps it stick.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Frankness" has 2 syllables: frankn · ess.
The IPA transcription of "frankness" is /ˈfɹæŋknɛs/.
Frankness: The state of being frank; candour; honesty.
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