How to pronounce frontrunner
Say it like FRUHN-truhn-er. Frontrunner has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRUHN).
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- FRUHN
- truhn
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Frontrunner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FRUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- truhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of frontrunner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FRUHN-truhn-uh.
What does frontrunner mean?
- Alternative form of front runner.
Where does frontrunner come from?
From front + runner.
Questions about saying frontrunner
How do you pronounce frontrunner?
Say FRUHN-truhn-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈfrʌnˌtrʌnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfrʌnˌtrʌnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in frontrunner?
Frontrunner has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRUHN). Broken into parts: FRUHN · truhn · er.
Is frontrunner 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 /ˈfrʌnˌtrʌnə/ (FRUHN-truhn-uh).