How to pronounce imprudence
Say it like im-PROO-duns. Imprudence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PROO).
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- im
- PROO
- duns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Imprudence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- dunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of imprudence
American and British speakers say imprudence in essentially the same way: /ˌɪmˈprudəns/ in the US and /ˌɪmˈpruːdəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: im-PROO-duns.
What does imprudence mean?
- The quality or state of being imprudent; lack of prudence, caution, discretion or circumspection.
- An imprudent act.
Where does imprudence come from?
From im- + prudence. From Middle French imprudence, from Latin imprudentia.
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Questions about saying imprudence
How do you pronounce imprudence?
Say im-PROO-duns. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪmˈprudəns/. In British English it is /ˌɪmˈpruːdəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in imprudence?
Imprudence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PROO). Broken into parts: im · PROO · duns.
Do Americans and Brits say imprudence the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪmˈprudəns/ and the British form is /ˌɪmˈpruːdəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.