fra
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Noun — A title placed before the name of a Roman Catholic friar or monk, similar to "Brother."
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How to use fra
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Italian frate ("brother, friar"), the same root that gives English "friar."
Full origin of fra →Frequently asked questions
What does “fra” mean?
The word “fra” means a title placed before the name of a Roman Catholic friar or monk, similar to "Brother.". In plain terms, a monk's title, like calling someone "Brother So-and-so.".
How do you pronounce “fra”?
“Fra” is pronounced frah (/fɹɑː/ in IPA).
How do you use “fra” in a sentence?
Here is “fra” used in a sentence: “The letter was signed Fra Angelico.”
What part of speech is “fra”?
“Fra” is a noun.
Where does the word “fra” come from?
The word “fra” comes from Italian. From Italian frate ("brother, friar"), the same root that gives English "friar.".
Is “fra” a common word?
“Fra” is an uncommon word in modern English.