How to Pronounce "prophesy"
word
ˈpɹɒfɪsaɪ
PRAH-fi-sy
pɹˈɒfəsi
pruh-FOSS-ee
Definition
To say what will happen in the future, usually as a result of spiritual, religious, or mysterious knowledge.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɒfɪsaɪ
British English
pɹˈɒfəsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAH-fi-sy
UK
pruh-FOSS-ee
Listen in Context
The old man claimed he could prophesy the future.
Many stories prophesy the end of the world.
He tried to prophesy what would happen next.
Some people believe dreams can prophesy important events.