How to Pronounce "frivolities"
word
fɹəˈvɑɫəti
fruh-VAH-luh-teez
fɹɪvˈɒlɪtiz
fri-VOL-i-teez
Definition
Unimportant or silly things, activities, or behavior that are not serious or necessary.
IPA Transcription
American English
fɹəˈvɑɫəti
British English
fɹɪvˈɒlɪtiz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fruh-VAH-luh-teez
UK
fri-VOL-i-teez
Listen in Context
We have no time for frivolities when there is serious work to do.
The party was full of laughter and frivolities.
He dislikes spending money on frivolities.
All those little frivolities can add up if you're not careful with your budget.