How to pronounce proa
Say it like PROH-uh. Proa has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH).
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- PROH
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Proa pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PROHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of proa
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PROH-uh.
What does proa mean?
- A sailing vessel found in the waters of Micronesia and Indonesia; it has a single, large outrigger and a triangular sail.
Where does proa come from?
From Malay perau, a variant of perahu.
Words that rhyme with proa
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of proa.
Questions about saying proa
How do you pronounce proa?
Say PROH-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈproʊə/. In British English it is /ˈprəʊə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in proa?
Proa has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH). Broken into parts: PROH · uh.
Is proa 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 /ˈprəʊə/ (PROH-uh).