How to Pronounce Prigs

To pronounce "prigs", say PRIGS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

PRIGS

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💡 Tip for remembering “prigs”

"prigs" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with thugs and jugs, if that helps it stick.

What does prigs mean?

noun

  1. A tinker.
  2. A petty thief or pickpocket.

Synonyms

goody-goodyprudepuritan

Words that rhyme with prigs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

thugsjugsbugslugstugsjuggstrigslugesbuggsslugsdrugshugs

Related words

snobsnotfussbudgetslibertinesrottersninniespantywaistsmartinets

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prigs"?▾

"Prigs" has one syllable.

What does "prigs" mean?▾

Prigs: A tinker.

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