How to Pronounce "protest against"
expression
ˈpɹoʊˌtɛst/, /pɹəˈtɛst/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
PROH-test uh-GAYNST
ˈpɹəʊ.tɛst/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
PROH-test uh-GENST
Definition
To publicly show disagreement or disapproval of something, usually through actions, speeches, or demonstrations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹoʊˌtɛst/, /pɹəˈtɛst/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
ˈpɹəʊ.tɛst/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PROH-test uh-GAYNST
UK
PROH-test uh-GENST
Listen in Context
Many students protested against the new rules at school.
People protest against pollution to protect the environment.
The workers protest against low wages every year.
Hundreds gathered downtown to protest against the decision.