How to Pronounce Frontrunner

To pronounce "frontrunner", say FRONTR-unn-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

FRONTR-unn-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “frontrunner”

"frontrunner" has 3 syllables: frontr-unn-er. It rhymes with runner and forerunner, if that helps it stick.

What does frontrunner mean?

noun

  1. Any of the most likely winners in a contest, election, etc.
  2. One who engages in front running.

Words that rhyme with frontrunner

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

runnerforerunnerstunnergunnerpunnergunnarroadrunnergunrunnerdunner

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "frontrunner"?▾

"Frontrunner" has 3 syllables: frontr · unn · er.

What does "frontrunner" mean?▾

Frontrunner: Any of the most likely winners in a contest, election, etc.

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