How to Pronounce “prohibit”
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- American (US)
- /pɹoʊˈhɪbɪt/
- British (UK)
- /pɹəˈhɪbɪt/
What “prohibit” means
verb — To forbid, disallow, or proscribe officially; to make illegal or illicit.
Example: The restaurant prohibits smoking on the patio.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “prohibit” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /pɹoʊˈhɪbɪt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "prohibit" mean?
prohibit (verb): To forbid, disallow, or proscribe officially; to make illegal or illicit. For example — The restaurant prohibits smoking on the patio.
How do you pronounce "prohibit" in American vs British English?
American English: /pɹoʊˈhɪbɪt/. British English: /pɹəˈhɪbɪt/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "prohibit"?
/pɹoʊˈhɪbɪt/ in American English, /pɹəˈhɪbɪt/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "prohibit"?
“prohibit” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /pɹoʊˈhɪbɪt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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