How to Pronounce Proxy

To pronounce "proxy", say PROXY — one syllable, IPA /ˈpɹɒk.si/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈpɹɒk.si/

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💡 Tip for remembering “proxy”

"proxy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with moxie and doxy, if that helps it stick.

What does proxy mean?

noun

  1. An agent or substitute authorized to act for another person.
  2. The authority to act for another, especially when written.

verb

  1. To serve as a proxy for.
  2. To function as a server for a client device, but pass on the requests to another server for service.

adjective

  1. Used as a proxy or acting as a proxy.

    “a proxy indicator”

Synonyms

deputyrepresentativesubstitute

Words that rhyme with proxy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moxiedoxyfoxyepoxyheterodoxyboxydoxieoxycoccihydroxybocciflocci

Related words

deputyprocuratorsubordinatelow-levelactingdelegatenomineeagent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "proxy"?▾

"Proxy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "proxy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "proxy" is /ˈpɹɒk.si/.

What does "proxy" mean?▾

Proxy: An agent or substitute authorized to act for another person.

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