How to Pronounce "fritter"
word
ˈfɹɪtɝ
FRIT-er
fɹˈɪtɐ
FRIT-uh
Definition
As a noun, a 'fritter' is a piece of food, usually fruit, meat, or vegetables, that is coated in batter and deep-fried. As a verb, 'to fritter' means to waste time, money, or resources, usually little by little.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹɪtɝ
British English
fɹˈɪtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FRIT-er
UK
FRIT-uh
Listen in Context
I had a banana fritter for dessert.
He likes to fritter his money on small things.
They made apple fritters for the school fair.
Stop frittering away your time and start studying!