How to Pronounce "refrained"
word
ɹɪˈfɹeɪnd
ri-FRAYND
ɹɪfɹˈeɪnd
ri-FRAYND
Definition
Stopped yourself from doing something, especially something you want to do or say. Often used for holding back an action, comment, or feeling.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈfɹeɪnd
British English
ɹɪfɹˈeɪnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-FRAYND
UK
ri-FRAYND
Listen in Context
He refrained from eating dessert.
She refrained from laughing during the meeting.
I refrained from making a comment.
He nearly spoke, but refrained at the last moment.