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Pronounce

Verb / prʌˈnaʊns / Another word for pronounce — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make the sound of a word or letter with your voice

Synonyms & similar words

enunciate judge articulate label soundout say enounce articulate enunciate utter say voice express state declare announce deliver proclaim publicize broadcast promulgate assert affirm avow claim profess

Synonyms by register

Formal

articulate enunciate utter

Informal

say voice speak

Literary

vocalize give voice to

Antonyms

silence suppress conceal hide muffle stifle

Common collocations

  • pronounce judgment
  • pronounce sentence
  • pronounce a verdict
  • pronounce a name
  • pronounce clearly
  • pronounce correctly
  • pronounce an opinion
  • pronounce a word

Word family

noun pronunciation
verb pronounce
adjective pronounceable

Usage note

When referring to speaking words, 'pronounce' is often used with adverbs like 'clearly' or 'correctly'. It can also mean to declare or state something officially.

Example sentences

  1. She can pronounce her name correctly now.
  2. I cannot pronounce this word correctly.
  3. He is trying to pronounce the word correctly.
  4. Please pronounce this word slowly for me.
  5. Can you help me pronounce this word?

Quotes

  • The only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it... I can resist everything except temptation.
  • The only thing to do with good advice is to pass it on. It is never of any use to oneself.
  • Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes.

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