How to Pronounce Protrude

To pronounce "protrude", say PROTR-ud-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

PROTR-ud-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “protrude”

"protrude" has 3 syllables: protr-ud-e. It rhymes with shrewd and crude, if that helps it stick.

What does protrude mean?

verb

  1. To extend from, above or beyond a surface or boundary; to bulge outward; to stick out.
  2. To cause to extend from a surface or boundary; to cause to stick out.

Synonyms

jutprojectprotuberate

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Words that rhyme with protrude

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shrewdcrudesubduedfortitudelewdbroodeludeaptitudeprecludeineptitudeexudeallude

Related words

bulgeprojectpouchpop

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "protrude"?▾

"Protrude" has 3 syllables: protr · ud · e.

What does "protrude" mean?▾

Protrude: To extend from, above or beyond a surface or boundary; to bulge outward; to stick out.

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