How to Pronounce Pros

To pronounce "pros", say PROS — one syllable, IPA /pɹəʊz/. 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

/pɹəʊz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pros”

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

Sounds exactly like: prose — easy to mix up when writing.

What does pros mean?

noun

  1. An advantage of something, especially when contrasted with its disadvantages (cons).

    “What are the pros and cons of buying a car?”

  2. A person who supports a concept or principle.

noun

  1. A professional sportsman.
  2. Professional.

    “When it comes to DIY, he's a real pro.”

noun

  1. A prostitute.

Synonyms

advantageplusupside

Antonyms

anticondisadvantagedownsideminus

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Words that rhyme with pros

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reposeclosecomposeposeimposeexposeopposejuxtaposedisclosedeposeproposeinterpose

Related words

affirmativeprofessionalfavoringadvantageadvantagesargumentsathletesavantages

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pros"?▾

"Pros" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pros"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pros" is /pɹəʊz/.

What does "pros" mean?▾

Pros: An advantage of something, especially when contrasted with its disadvantages (cons).

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