How to Pronounce "fraught"
word
ˈfɹɔt
FRAWT
fɹˈɔːt
FRAWRT
Definition
If a situation or place is fraught, it is filled with something undesirable or difficult, such as problems, tension, or emotion. Often appears as 'fraught with' followed by what fills the situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹɔt
British English
fɹˈɔːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FRAWT
UK
FRAWRT
Listen in Context
The journey was fraught with danger.
Their relationship was fraught with tension.
My day has been fraught with problems.
The negotiations were fraught, and no agreement was reached.