How to Pronounce "freeway"
word
/ˈfɹiˌweɪ/
FREE-way
/fɹˈiːweɪ/
FREE-way
Definition
A wide road designed for fast-moving traffic, usually with several lanes and no intersections or traffic lights. Often used to connect cities or different parts of a large city.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfɹiˌweɪ/
British English
/fɹˈiːweɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FREE-way
UK
FREE-way
Listen in Context
We drove on the freeway for two hours.
There was a lot of traffic on the freeway this morning.
Take the freeway to get to the airport quickly.
My car broke down right in the middle of the freeway!