how to pronounce firecracker

/ˈfaɪɹˌkɹækɚ/

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firecracker is pronounced in three syllables

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An example use of firecracker in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

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meaning of firecracker

A firecracker is a small explosive device that is used to create a loud noise.

firecracker frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word firecracker occurs in english on average 0.4 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.