How to Pronounce Process

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɹɑˌsɛs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “process”

Break "process" into 2 beats and lean on "PROC" — that's the stressed one.

What does process mean?

noun

  1. A series of events leading to a result or product.
  2. The set of procedures used in the manufacture of a product, especially in the food and chemical industries.

verb

  1. To perform a particular process on a thing.
  2. To retrieve, store, classify, manipulate, transmit etc. (data, signals, etc.), especially using computer techniques.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "process"?▾

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

How many syllables are in "process"?▾

"Process" has 2 syllables: proc · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "process"?▾

The IPA transcription of "process" is /ˈpɹɑˌsɛs/.

What does "process" mean?▾

Process: A series of events leading to a result or product.

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