How to pronounce apropos
Say it like ap-ruh-POH. Apropos has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (POH).
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- ap
- ruh
- POH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Apropos pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- apGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- POHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of apropos
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ap-ruh-POH.
What does apropos mean?
- Of an appropriate or pertinent nature.
- By the way, incidental.
- By the way.
- Timely; at a good time.
- To the purpose; appropriately.
- Regarding, concerning, in regard to, on the subject of.
Where does apropos come from?
Similar in meaning and form, and to some extent etymology, to appropriate, but not a doublet of it.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with apropos
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Questions about saying apropos
How do you pronounce apropos?
Say ap-ruh-POH. The American pronunciation is /ˌæprəˈpoʊ/. In British English it is /ˌæprəˈpəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in apropos?
Apropos has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (POH). Broken into parts: ap · ruh · POH.
Is apropos pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌæprəˈpəʊ/ (ap-ruh-POH).