How to Pronounce Apropos

To pronounce "apropos", say apr-op-OS — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌæpɹəˈpoʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

apropos

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˌæpɹəˈpoʊ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˌæpɹəpˈəʊ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “apropos”

Break "apropos" into 3 beats and lean on "OS" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with show and flow, if that helps it stick.

What does apropos mean?

adjective

  1. Of an appropriate or pertinent nature.
  2. By the way, incidental

adverb

  1. By the way.
  2. Timely; at a good time.

preposition

  1. Regarding or concerning.

Synonyms

by the wayincidentalincidentallyaboutas for

Antonyms

malapropos

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Words that rhyme with apropos

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

showflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeauforgo

Related words

appositepertinentappropriateaptseasonablywell-timedtimelyincidentally

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "apropos"?▾

"Apropos" has 3 syllables: apr · op · os.

What is the IPA transcription of "apropos"?▾

The IPA transcription of "apropos" is /ˌæpɹəˈpoʊ/.

What does "apropos" mean?▾

Apropos: Of an appropriate or pertinent nature.

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