How to pronounce propine
Say it like PROH-pyne. Propine has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH).
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US American/ˈproʊpaɪn/PROH-pyne
UK British/ˈprəʊpaɪn/PROH-pyne
- PROH
- pyne
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Propine 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.
- pyneKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of propine
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PROH-pyne.
What does propine mean?
noun
- Alternative form of propyne.
- To pledge; to offer as a toast in the manner of drinking, that is, by drinking first and passing the cup.
- To give in token of friendship.
- To give, or deliver; to subject.
- A pledge.
- A gift or gratuity.
Questions about saying propine
How do you pronounce propine?
Say PROH-pyne. The American pronunciation is /ˈproʊpaɪn/. In British English it is /ˈprəʊpaɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in propine?
Propine has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH). Broken into parts: PROH · pyne.
Is propine 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 /ˈprəʊpaɪn/ (PROH-pyne).