How to pronounce fractionary
Say it like FRAK-shuh-nar-ee. Fractionary has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRAK).
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- FRAK
- shuh
- nar
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fractionary pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FRAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- shuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- narKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of fractionary
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: FRAK-shun-ree.
What does fractionary mean?
- Having a common denominator.“fractionary ideals”
Where does fractionary come from?
From fraction + -ary.
Questions about saying fractionary
How do you pronounce fractionary?
Say FRAK-shuh-nar-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈfrækʃənæri/. In British English it is /ˈfrækʃənri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fractionary?
Fractionary has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRAK). Broken into parts: FRAK · shuh · nar · ee.
Is fractionary pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈfrækʃənri/ (FRAK-shun-ree).