How to Pronounce Prompt

To pronounce "prompt", say PROMPT — one syllable, IPA /pɹɒmpt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/pɹɒmpt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “prompt”

"prompt" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with swamped and stomped, if that helps it stick.

What does prompt mean?

noun

  1. A reminder or cue.
  2. A time limit given for payment of an account for produce purchased, this limit varying with different goods.

verb

  1. To lead (someone) toward what they should say or do.

    “I prompted him to get a new job.”

  2. To show or tell an actor/person the words they should be saying, or actions they should be doing.

    “If he forgets his words I will prompt him.”

adjective

  1. Quick; acting without delay.

    “He was very prompt at getting a new job.”

  2. On time; punctual.

    “Be prompt for your appointment.”

Synonyms

hastytimelygood to goyare

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Words that rhyme with prompt

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swampedstompedcomptrompedchomped

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prompt"?▾

"Prompt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "prompt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prompt" is /pɹɒmpt/.

What does "prompt" mean?▾

Prompt: A reminder or cue.

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