How to Pronounce Prefab

To pronounce "prefab", say PREF-ab — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PREF-ab

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💡 Tip for remembering “prefab”

"prefab" has 2 syllables: pref-ab. It rhymes with drab and slab, if that helps it stick.

What does prefab mean?

noun

  1. A prefabricated building.
  2. A prefabricated section of a building.

verb

  1. To prefabricate.

adjective

  1. Prefabricated

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Words that rhyme with prefab

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drabslabstabdabgrabcrabgabcababnabfabflab

Related words

prefabricatedready-madepreassembledpremadepreformedprebuiltpredesignedpreconstructed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prefab"?▾

"Prefab" has 2 syllables: pref · ab.

What does "prefab" mean?▾

Prefab: A prefabricated building.

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