How to Pronounce Prong

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

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Letters

/pɹɒŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “prong”

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

What does prong mean?

noun

  1. A thin, pointed, projecting part, as of an antler or a fork or similar tool. A tine.

    “a pitchfork with four prongs”

  2. A branch; a fork.

    “the two prongs of a river”

verb

  1. To pierce or poke with, or as if with, a prong

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Words that rhyme with prong

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

strongtangthronglongmongheadstrongwrongbongprolongheadlongsaronggong

Related words

prongytineddividedforkedbiramousbifurcatebranchedtine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prong"?▾

"Prong" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "prong"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prong" is /pɹɒŋ/.

What does "prong" mean?▾

Prong: A thin, pointed, projecting part, as of an antler or a fork or similar tool. A tine.

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