How Do You Spell FRECKLED?

Pronunciation: [fɹˈɛkə͡ld] (IPA)

The word "freckled" is spelled with the letters F-R-E-C-K-L-E-D. The phonetic transcription of this word is /ˈfrɛkəld/. The "f" at the beginning of the word is pronounced with the teeth on the bottom lip, while the "r" is a tapped sound made by quickly touching the tip of the tongue to the roof of the mouth. The vowel sound in "e" is pronounced with the mouth slightly open and the tongue level. The "k" sound is pronounced at the back of the mouth, while the "l" sound is pronounced with the tip of the tongue touching the roof of the mouth. The "ed" at the end of the word is pronounced as a separate syllable.

FRECKLED Meaning and Definition

1. Freckled is an adjective that describes a characteristic of having numerous small, flat spots or marks on the skin. These spots or marks are typically pale brown, red, or tan in color, and they are often irregularly shaped. Freckles commonly appear on areas of the body that are regularly exposed to the sun, such as the face, arms, and shoulders, although they can also be found elsewhere.

   Freckles are caused by an increase in melanin production in certain areas of the skin. Melanin is the pigment responsible for giving color to the skin, hair, and eyes. When the skin is exposed to the sun, the body produces more melanin as a protective response, leading to the formation of freckles in some individuals. Freckles are generally harmless and are rarely associated with any medical conditions.

   The appearance of freckles can vary widely from person to person. Some individuals may have very few, faint freckles, while others may have a heavier concentration and more pronounced marks. Freckles can be influenced by genetic factors and tend to be more common in individuals with fair or light-colored skin, hair, and eyes.

   Freckles are often seen as a unique and desirable feature, adding charm or character to a person's appearance. They are commonly associated with a youthful or innocent look and can be quite distinctive, enhancing individuality.

2. Having small yellowish spots on the skin or surface.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for FRECKLED

• frickle
• freackles
• freakled
• frekles
• freeked
• frecles
• frecked
• freakle
• freddled
• recaled
• freked
• frecoles
• fickled
• freakles
• frekled
• freacked
• frackled
• reckeed
• freckeled
• freezled
• Fleckley
• Freholed

Etymology of FRECKLED

The word "freckled" originated from Middle English "frecklen", which came from Old Norse "freknur" or "frecken", meaning "freckle" or "spot". The Old Norse roots can be traced back to Proto-Germanic "fregno", which carries the same meaning. The exact ultimate origin of the word is uncertain, but it is proposed to come from a Proto-Indo-European root "preg-", related to marking or speckling.

Similar spelling words for FRECKLED

• frazzle,
• Trickled,
• fragile,
• crackled,
• frowzled,
• frijole,
• fragale,
• frizzle,
• freckle.