How to Pronounce "front runner"
expression
ˈfɹənt/ /ˈɹənɝ
FRUNT-RUN-ner
fɹˈʌnt/ /ɹˈʌnɐ
frunt-RUN-uh
Definition
A 'front runner' is a person or thing most likely to win a race, competition, or election because they are currently in the lead or are favored to succeed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹənt/ /ˈɹənɝ
British English
fɹˈʌnt/ /ɹˈʌnɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FRUNT-RUN-ner
UK
frunt-RUN-uh
Listen in Context
She is the front runner in the race.
The new product is the front runner in sales this year.
John is the front runner for class president.
She started as the front runner, but the competition caught up quickly.