How to Pronounce Prude

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/pɹuːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “prude”

"prude" has 2 syllables: prud-e. It rhymes with shrewd and crude, if that helps it stick.

What does prude mean?

noun

  1. A person who is or tries to be excessively proper, especially one who is easily offended by matters of a sexual nature.

adjective

  1. Prudish.

Synonyms

antisexualistcelibacisterotophobegoody-goodyprigpuritan

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Words that rhyme with prude

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shrewdcrudesubduedfortitudelewdbroodeludeaptitudeprecludeineptitudeexudeallude

Related words

puritanbluenosestuckprudistpuritanistpissantpuritanicalgrundy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prude"?▾

"Prude" has 2 syllables: prud · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "prude"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prude" is /pɹuːd/.

What does "prude" mean?▾

Prude: A person who is or tries to be excessively proper, especially one who is easily offended by matters of a sexual nature.

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