How to Pronounce "prudish"
word
ˈpɹudɪʃ
PROO-dish
pɹˈuːdɪʃ
PROOD-ish
Definition
Describes someone who is very easily shocked or uncomfortable by things relating to sex or nudity, often acting as if these topics are improper or offensive.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹudɪʃ
British English
pɹˈuːdɪʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PROO-dish
UK
PROOD-ish
Listen in Context
She is very prudish and avoids movies with kissing scenes.
Some people think it's prudish to cover up at the beach.
He was called prudish by his friends for refusing to talk about relationships.
She laughed and told him not to be so prudish about a little joke.