How to pronounce fragor
Say it like FRAY-gher. Fragor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRAY).
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- FRAY
- gher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fragor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of fragor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FRAY-guh.
What does fragor mean?
- A loud and sudden sound; the report of anything bursting; a crash.
Where does fragor come from?
Borrowed from Latin fragor (“a breaking to pieces”), from frangō (“to break”).
Words that rhyme with fragor
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of fragor.
Questions about saying fragor
How do you pronounce fragor?
Say FRAY-gher. The American pronunciation is /ˈfreɪɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfreɪɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fragor?
Fragor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRAY). Broken into parts: FRAY · gher.
Is fragor pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈfreɪɡə/ (FRAY-guh).