To pronounce "prowled", say PROWL-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /pɹaʊld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/pɹaʊld/
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"prowled" has 2 syllables: prowl-ed. It rhymes with scowled and growled, if that helps it stick.
verb
“It's tough to sneak vandalism into Wikipedia as there are plenty of other users prowling the Recent Changes page.”
“That dandy has nothing better to do than prowl around town all day in his pinstripe suit.”
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"Prowled" has 2 syllables: prowl · ed.
The IPA transcription of "prowled" is /pɹaʊld/.
Prowled: To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty.
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