How to Pronounce Prudence

To pronounce "prudence", say PRUD-enc-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹuːdəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɹuːdəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “prudence”

"prudence" has 3 syllables: prud-enc-e. It rhymes with imprudence and jurisprudence, if that helps it stick.

What does prudence mean?

noun

  1. The quality or state of being prudent; wisdom in the way of caution and provision; discretion; carefulness; hence, also, economy; frugality.

Synonyms

cautioncircumspectionconsideratenessdiscretionforecastjudgmentjudiciousnessprovidence

Antonyms

imprudencerashnessrecklessness

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Words that rhyme with prudence

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imprudencejurisprudence

Related words

circumspectiondiscretiondiscreetnessprudentialprudentsanitydeliberationpropriety

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prudence"?▾

"Prudence" has 3 syllables: prud · enc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "prudence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prudence" is /ˈpɹuːdəns/.

What does "prudence" mean?▾

Prudence: The quality or state of being prudent; wisdom in the way of caution and provision; discretion; carefulness; hence, also, economy; frugality.

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