To pronounce "prioress", say PRIOR-ess — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"prioress" has 2 syllables: prior-ess. It rhymes with irous, if that helps it stick.
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"Prioress" has 2 syllables: prior · ess.
Prioress: A nun in charge of a priory (usually lower in rank than an abbess); mother superior.
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