How to pronounce propulse
Say it like pruh-PUHLS. Propulse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PUHLS).
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- pruh
- PUHLS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Propulse pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- pruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- PUHLSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of propulse
American and British speakers say propulse in essentially the same way: /prəˈpʌls/ in the US and /prəˈpʌls/ in the UK.
British respelling: pruh-PUHLS.
What does propulse mean?
- To propel; to drive forward.
Where does propulse come from?
From Latin propulso.
Words that rhyme with propulse
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of propulse.
Questions about saying propulse
How do you pronounce propulse?
Say pruh-PUHLS. The American pronunciation is /prəˈpʌls/. In British English it is /prəˈpʌls/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in propulse?
Propulse has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PUHLS). Broken into parts: pruh · PUHLS.
Do Americans and Brits say propulse the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /prəˈpʌls/ and the British form is /prəˈpʌls/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.