How to Pronounce "freedman"
word
ˈfɹidmən
FREED-muhn
fɹˈiːdmən
freed-MUHN
Definition
A freedman is a man who was previously enslaved but has gained his freedom, usually by being officially released from slavery.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹidmən
British English
fɹˈiːdmən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FREED-muhn
UK
freed-MUHN
Listen in Context
After many years in slavery, he became a freedman.
A freedman had more rights than a slave.
In Ancient Rome, a freedman could even run a business.
After he was declared a freedman, his life changed completely.