How to Pronounce Prodigy

To pronounce "prodigy", say PROD-igy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹɒdɪdʒi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɹɒdɪdʒi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “prodigy”

"prodigy" has 2 syllables: prod-igy.

What does prodigy mean?

noun

  1. An extraordinary thing seen as an omen; a portent.
  2. An extraordinary occurrence or creature; an anomaly, especially a monster; a freak.

Synonyms

boy wonderchild prodigywunderkind

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Related words

phenomenongiftedtalentgeniusmiraclewondermonsterportent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prodigy"?▾

"Prodigy" has 2 syllables: prod · igy.

What is the IPA transcription of "prodigy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prodigy" is /ˈpɹɒdɪdʒi/.

What does "prodigy" mean?▾

Prodigy: An extraordinary thing seen as an omen; a portent.

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