How to Pronounce "frankly speaking"
expression
FRANGK-lee SPEE-king
frang-KLEE spee-KING
Definition
Used before giving your honest opinion or when saying something directly, even if it might be uncomfortable or not pleasant to hear.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹæŋkɫi/ /ˈspikɪŋ
British English
fɹˈæŋkli/ /spˈiːkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FRANGK-lee SPEE-king
UK
frang-KLEE spee-KING
Listen in Context
Frankly speaking, I don't like this movie.
Frankly speaking, you need to study more.
Frankly speaking, this job is not easy.
Frankly speaking, I think we could have done much better.