How to pronounce proofread
Say it like PROO-freed. Proofread has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROO).
- PROO
- freed
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Proofread pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- freedGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of proofread
American and British speakers say proofread in essentially the same way: /ˈpruˌfrid/ in the US and /ˈpruːfriːd/ in the UK.
British respelling: PROO-freed.
What does proofread mean?
- To check a written text for errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, and punctuation.
- Synonym of proofreading.
Where does proofread come from?
From proof + read.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- proof
- copyedit
- proofreading
Questions about saying proofread
How do you pronounce proofread?
Say PROO-freed. The American pronunciation is /ˈpruˌfrid/. In British English it is /ˈpruːfriːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in proofread?
Proofread has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROO). Broken into parts: PROO · freed.
Do Americans and Brits say proofread the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpruˌfrid/ and the British form is /ˈpruːfriːd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.