How to Pronounce Prosecutes

To pronounce "prosecutes", say PROS-ec-ut-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

PROS-ec-ut-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “prosecutes”

"prosecutes" has 4 syllables: pros-ec-ut-es. It rhymes with attributes and roots, if that helps it stick.

What does prosecutes mean?

verb

  1. To start criminal proceedings against.

    “to prosecute a man for trespass, or for a riot”

  2. To charge, try.

Words that rhyme with prosecutes

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Related words

pursueengagecontinuespursuessuestrieslitigatesinvestigates

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prosecutes"?▾

"Prosecutes" has 4 syllables: pros · ec · ut · es.

What does "prosecutes" mean?▾

Prosecutes: To start criminal proceedings against.

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