How to Pronounce "friars"
word
ˈfɹaɪɝz
FRY-erz
fɹˈaɪəz
FRY-uhz
Definition
Friars are members of certain religious communities in the Christian tradition, especially in Catholicism, who usually live and work among people. They belong to orders like the Franciscans or Dominicans and often serve as preachers or teachers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹaɪɝz
British English
fɹˈaɪəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FRY-erz
UK
FRY-uhz
Listen in Context
The friars live in the city and help the poor.
Many friars wear brown or black robes.
The church was built by Dominican friars.
Growing up, we often saw friars walking through the neighborhood.