How to Pronounce "friendlies"
word
ˈfɹɛndɫi/, /ˈfɹɛnɫi
FREND-lees
fɹˈɛndliz
frend-LEEZ
Definition
'Friendlies' are informal or non-competitive games, usually in sports like football or soccer, played mainly for practice or fun rather than for a championship.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹɛndɫi/, /ˈfɹɛnɫi
British English
fɹˈɛndliz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FREND-lees
UK
frend-LEEZ
Listen in Context
The teams played two friendlies before the tournament.
Our school organizes friendlies with other schools.
They often watch international friendlies on TV.
Some players only get a chance to prove themselves in friendlies.