How to Pronounce Prove

To pronounce "prove", say PROV-e — 2 syllables, IPA /pɹuːv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/pɹuːv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “prove”

"prove" has 2 syllables: prov-e. It rhymes with improve and move, if that helps it stick.

What does prove mean?

verb

  1. To proofread.
  2. To make resistant, especially to water.

noun

  1. The process of dough proofing.

verb

  1. To demonstrate that something is true or viable; to give proof for.

    “I will prove that my method is more effective than yours.”

  2. To turn out; to manifest.

    “It proved to be a cold day.”

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Words that rhyme with prove

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

improvemovegrooveremovebehoovedisprovedisapproveapprovepoovecountermovehoove

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prove"?▾

"Prove" has 2 syllables: prov · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "prove"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prove" is /pɹuːv/.

What does "prove" mean?▾

Prove: To proofread.

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