How to pronounce freightage
Say it like FRAY-tij. Freightage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRAY).
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- FRAY
- tij
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Freightage 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.
- tijKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of freightage
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FRAY-tij.
What does freightage mean?
- The transportation of goods.
- The fee paid for transporting goods.
Where does freightage come from?
From freight + -age.
Questions about saying freightage
How do you pronounce freightage?
Say FRAY-tij. The American pronunciation is /ˈfreɪtɪdʒ/. In British English it is /ˈfreɪtɪdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in freightage?
Freightage has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRAY). Broken into parts: FRAY · tij.
Is freightage pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈfreɪtɪdʒ/ (FRAY-tij).