How to Pronounce Proscribe

To pronounce "proscribe", say PROSCR-ib-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹəʊˌskɹaɪb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈpɹəʊˌskɹaɪb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “proscribe”

"proscribe" has 3 syllables: proscr-ib-e. It rhymes with vibe and imbibe, if that helps it stick.

What does proscribe mean?

verb

  1. To forbid or prohibit.

    “The law proscribes driving a car while intoxicated.”

  2. To denounce.

    “The word ‘ain’t’ is proscribed by many authorities.”

Antonyms

prescribe

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Words that rhyme with proscribe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vibeimbibeascribediatribejibedescribetribescribeinscribetranscribecircumscribeprescribe

Related words

forbidprohibitvetodisallowinterdictprohibitionexcludeoutlaw

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "proscribe"?▾

"Proscribe" has 3 syllables: proscr · ib · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "proscribe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "proscribe" is /ˈpɹəʊˌskɹaɪb/.

What does "proscribe" mean?▾

Proscribe: To forbid or prohibit.

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