How to pronounce frenzied
Say it like FREN-zeed. Frenzied has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FREN).
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- FREN
- zeed
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Frenzied pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FRENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- zeedKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of frenzied
American and British speakers say frenzied in essentially the same way: /ˈfrɛnzid/ in the US and /ˈfrɛnzid/ in the UK.
British respelling: FREN-zeed.
What does frenzied mean?
- In a state of hurry, panic or wild activity.“Preparations for the president's arrival made for a frenzied week.”
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Questions about saying frenzied
How do you pronounce frenzied?
Say FREN-zeed. The American pronunciation is /ˈfrɛnzid/. In British English it is /ˈfrɛnzid/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in frenzied?
Frenzied has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FREN). Broken into parts: FREN · zeed.
Do Americans and Brits say frenzied the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfrɛnzid/ and the British form is /ˈfrɛnzid/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.