How to Pronounce "prudes"
word
ˈpɹud
PROODZ
pɹˈuːdz
PROODZ
Definition
People who are very easily shocked or offended by things related to sex or nudity, or who are strictly concerned with behaving in a morally proper way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹud
British English
pɹˈuːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PROODZ
UK
PROODZ
Listen in Context
Some people think that prudes spoil the fun at parties.
The movie was banned by a group of prudes.
She called them prudes because they didn't like her jokes.
Ignore the prudes—have fun your own way!