How to Pronounce "effrontery"
word
ɪˈfɹəntɝi
ih-FRUN-tuh-ree
ˈɛfɹəntəɹi
ef-FRUN-tuh-ree
Definition
Bold and disrespectful behavior that shows a lack of shame or embarrassment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪˈfɹəntɝi
British English
ˈɛfɹəntəɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-FRUN-tuh-ree
UK
ef-FRUN-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
I can't believe his effrontery in asking for more money.
She had the effrontery to interrupt the meeting.
His effrontery shocked everyone in the office.
How could she have the effrontery to criticize others after making so many mistakes herself?