How to Pronounce "freelance"
word
/ˈfɹiˌɫæns/
FREE-lans
/fɹˈiːlɑːns/
FREE-lahns
Definition
To work independently, usually for different companies or clients, rather than being a permanent employee. Freelance can be used as an adjective, verb, or noun.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfɹiˌɫæns/
British English
/fɹˈiːlɑːns/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FREE-lans
UK
FREE-lahns
Listen in Context
She works as a freelance graphic designer.
I want to freelance while I travel.
Many writers choose to freelance instead of working full-time.
After leaving my job, I started doing freelance projects online.