How to Pronounce "prospect for"
expression
ˈpɹɑspɛkt/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
PRAH-spekt for
ˈpɹɒspɛkt/ /fˈɔː
PROS-pekt faw
Definition
To search or explore for something valuable, especially minerals, gold, or resources. It can also mean to look for opportunities or new possibilities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɑspɛkt/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
ˈpɹɒspɛkt/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAH-spekt for
UK
PROS-pekt faw
Listen in Context
They prospect for gold in the river.
The company prospects for oil in new regions.
Geologists prospect for minerals in the mountains.
Small teams still prospect for gold in old mining towns.