How to pronounce prowl
Say it like PROWL. Prowl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- PROWL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prowl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PROWLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
American vs British pronunciation of prowl
American and British speakers say prowl in essentially the same way: /praʊl/ in the US and /praʊl/ in the UK.
British respelling: PROWL.
What does prowl mean?
- To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty.“Watch the lioness prowling in the shrubbery for zebras.”
- To idle; to go about aimlessly.“That dandy has nothing better to do than prowl around town all day in his pinstripe suit.”
- The act of prowling.“I'm going on a midnight prowl.”
Where does prowl come from?
From Middle English prollen, of unknown origin.
Words that rhyme with prowl
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Questions about saying prowl
How do you pronounce prowl?
Say PROWL. The American pronunciation is /praʊl/. In British English it is /praʊl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prowl?
Prowl is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: PROWL.
Do Americans and Brits say prowl the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /praʊl/ and the British form is /praʊl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.