How to Pronounce Imprudent

To pronounce "imprudent", say IMPR-ud-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈpɹudənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪmˈpɹudənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “imprudent”

"imprudent" has 3 syllables: impr-ud-ent. It rhymes with prudent and student, if that helps it stick.

What does imprudent mean?

adjective

  1. Not prudent; wanting in prudence or discretion; indiscreet; injudicious; not attentive to consequence; improper.

Synonyms

carelessheedlessill-advisedincautiousindiscreetinjudiciousnegligentrash

Antonyms

prudent

Words that rhyme with imprudent

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

prudentstudent

Related words

improvidentinjudiciousill-advisedill-judgedindiscreetill-consideredblindshortsighted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "imprudent"?▾

"Imprudent" has 3 syllables: impr · ud · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "imprudent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "imprudent" is /ɪmˈpɹudənt/.

What does "imprudent" mean?▾

Imprudent: Not prudent; wanting in prudence or discretion; indiscreet; injudicious; not attentive to consequence; improper.

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