How to Pronounce "suffrage"
word
ˈsəfɹɪdʒ
SUF-rij
sˈʌfɹɪdʒ
SUHF-rij
Definition
Suffrage is the right to vote in political elections. It is most often used to talk about voting rights, especially in historical movements.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsəfɹɪdʒ
British English
sˈʌfɹɪdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUF-rij
UK
SUHF-rij
Listen in Context
Women gained suffrage in many countries in the early 20th century.
Universal suffrage means everyone can vote.
The movement for suffrage was long and difficult.
Many people fought for suffrage, so don’t waste your chance to vote.