proper

/ˈprɑːpər/

Syllables prop·er

Stress PROP-er

Phonics Breakdown

pro

/prɑː/

short o

per

/pər/

er schwa

Meaning

correct or appropriate for a particular situation

Sound Reference

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pro=/prɑː/ (problem) + er=/ər/ (teacher)

Example

This is the proper way to use the machine.