How to Pronounce Frontier

To pronounce "frontier", say FRONT-ier — 2 syllables, IPA /fɹʌnˈtɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/fɹʌnˈtɪə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “frontier”

"frontier" has 2 syllables: front-ier. It rhymes with austere and sneer, if that helps it stick.

What does frontier mean?

noun

  1. The part of a country which borders or faces another country or unsettled region
  2. The most advanced or recent version of something; leading edge.

    “the frontier of civilization”

verb

  1. To live as pioneers on frontier territory.
  2. To place on the frontier.

Synonyms

bordermarches

Words that rhyme with frontier

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

austeresneerjeercavalierclearseverepeerqueerpremierchevalierinsincereadhere

Related words

ruralborderborderingboundaryedgecross-bordertransborderfront-line

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "frontier"?▾

"Frontier" has 2 syllables: front · ier.

What is the IPA transcription of "frontier"?▾

The IPA transcription of "frontier" is /fɹʌnˈtɪə/.

What does "frontier" mean?▾

Frontier: The part of a country which borders or faces another country or unsettled region

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