How to Pronounce "progeny"
word
ˈpɹɑdʒəni
PROJ-uh-nee
pɹˈɒdʒənˌi
pro-JEN-ee
Definition
'Progeny' refers to the children or descendants of a person, animal, or plant. It can also mean a group of offspring collectively.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɑdʒəni
British English
pɹˈɒdʒənˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PROJ-uh-nee
UK
pro-JEN-ee
Listen in Context
The scientist studied the plant's progeny for genetic traits.
Most of the king's progeny became important leaders.
These puppies are the progeny of our family dog.
He was proud of his progeny and talked about them often.