How to Pronounce "prospectors"
word
ˈpɹɔˌspɛktɝz
PRAW-SPEK-terz
pɹəspˈɛktəz
pruh-SPEK-tuhz
Definition
People who search for gold, minerals, or other valuable resources, usually by exploring new or undeveloped areas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɔˌspɛktɝz
British English
pɹəspˈɛktəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAW-SPEK-terz
UK
pruh-SPEK-tuhz
Listen in Context
Many prospectors moved west during the gold rush.
The prospectors searched rivers for gold nuggets.
Some prospectors found silver instead of gold.
By dawn, the prospectors had already set up camp near the mountain.