How to pronounce proline
Say it like PROH-leen. Proline has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH).
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- PROH
- leen
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Proline 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.
- leenKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of proline
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PROH-leen.
What does proline mean?
- A nonessential amino acid C₅H₉NO₂ found in most animal proteins, especially collagen; its cyclic structure leads to kinks in the peptide chain of proteins.
Where does proline come from?
Short for pyrrolidine.
Words that rhyme with proline
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of proline.
Questions about saying proline
How do you pronounce proline?
Say PROH-leen. The American pronunciation is /ˈproʊlin/. In British English it is /ˈprəʊlin/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in proline?
Proline has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH). Broken into parts: PROH · leen.
Is proline 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 /ˈprəʊlin/ (PROH-leen).