How to Pronounce Protostar

To pronounce "protostar", say PROT-ost-ar — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹəʊtə(ʊ)stɑː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɹəʊtə(ʊ)stɑː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “protostar”

"protostar" has 3 syllables: prot-ost-ar.

What does protostar mean?

noun

  1. A collection of gas and dust in space with high temperature that usually grows to the point of beginning nuclear fusion and becoming a star.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "protostar"?▾

"Protostar" has 3 syllables: prot · ost · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "protostar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "protostar" is /ˈpɹəʊtə(ʊ)stɑː/.

What does "protostar" mean?▾

Protostar: A collection of gas and dust in space with high temperature that usually grows to the point of beginning nuclear fusion and becoming a star.

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