To pronounce "propound", say PROP-ound — 2 syllables, IPA /prəˈpaʊnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/prəˈpaʊnd/
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"propound" has 2 syllables: prop-ound. It rhymes with profound and expound, if that helps it stick.
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"Propound" has 2 syllables: prop · ound.
The IPA transcription of "propound" is /prəˈpaʊnd/.
Propound: To put forward; to offer for discussion or debate.
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