How to Pronounce Proceed

To pronounce "proceed", say PROC-eed — 2 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈsiːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/pɹəˈsiːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “proceed”

"proceed" has 2 syllables: proc-eed. It rhymes with accede and concede, if that helps it stick.

What does proceed mean?

verb

  1. To move, pass, or go forward or onward; to advance; to carry on

    “To proceed on a journey.”

  2. To pass from one point, topic, or stage, to another.

    “To proceed with a story or argument.”

Synonyms

forthgoprogress

Antonyms

recederegress

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Words that rhyme with proceed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accedeconcedeimpedecedeleadheedprecedeneedseedsupersedesucceedgreed

Related words

continuemovekeepgoadvance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "proceed"?▾

"Proceed" has 2 syllables: proc · eed.

What is the IPA transcription of "proceed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "proceed" is /pɹəˈsiːd/.

What does "proceed" mean?▾

Proceed: To move, pass, or go forward or onward; to advance; to carry on

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