How to pronounce proplyd
Say it like PROH-plid. Proplyd has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH).
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- PROH
- plid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Proplyd 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.
- plidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of proplyd
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PROH-plid.
What does proplyd mean?
- Synonym of protoplanetary disc.
Where does proplyd come from?
Contraction of protoplanetary disc.
Questions about saying proplyd
How do you pronounce proplyd?
Say PROH-plid. The American pronunciation is /ˈproʊplɪd/. In British English it is /ˈprəʊplɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in proplyd?
Proplyd has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH). Broken into parts: PROH · plid.
Is proplyd 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 /ˈprəʊplɪd/ (PROH-plid).