How to Pronounce "fledgling"
word
ˈfɫɛdʒɫɪŋ
FLEDJ-ling
flˈɛdʒlɪŋ
FLEDJ-ling
Definition
A fledgling is a young bird that has just learned to fly, or a person or organization that is new and inexperienced.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɫɛdʒɫɪŋ
British English
flˈɛdʒlɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLEDJ-ling
UK
FLEDJ-ling
Listen in Context
The fledgling bird tried to fly from the nest.
He is a fledgling writer, just starting his career.
Their company is a fledgling in the tech industry.
The fledgling nonprofit hopes to make a big impact next year.