How to Pronounce Prejudice

To pronounce "prejudice", say PREJ-ud-ic-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹɛdʒədɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɹɛdʒədɪs/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/pɹˈɛdʒuːdɪs/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “prejudice”

"prejudice" has 4 syllables: prej-ud-ic-e.

What does prejudice mean?

noun

  1. An adverse judgment or opinion formed beforehand or without knowledge of the facts.
  2. Any preconceived opinion or feeling, whether positive or negative.

verb

  1. To have a negative impact on (someone's position, chances etc.).
  2. To cause prejudice in; to bias the mind of.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prejudice"?▾

"Prejudice" has 4 syllables: prej · ud · ic · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "prejudice"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prejudice" is /ˈpɹɛdʒədɪs/.

What does "prejudice" mean?▾

Prejudice: An adverse judgment or opinion formed beforehand or without knowledge of the facts.

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