How to Pronounce Prologue

To pronounce "prologue", say PROL-og-ue — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹəʊlɒɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɹəʊlɒɡ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “prologue”

"prologue" has 3 syllables: prol-og-ue. It rhymes with olague, if that helps it stick.

What does prologue mean?

noun

  1. A speech or section used as an introduction, especially to a play or novel.
  2. One who delivers a prologue.

verb

  1. To introduce with a formal preface, or prologue.

Synonyms

forespeech

Antonyms

epilogue

Words that rhyme with prologue

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

olague

Related words

forewordprefacepreludetooverturepreambleintroductioncurtain-raiser

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prologue"?▾

"Prologue" has 3 syllables: prol · og · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "prologue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prologue" is /ˈpɹəʊlɒɡ/.

What does "prologue" mean?▾

Prologue: A speech or section used as an introduction, especially to a play or novel.

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