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pro

Pronunciation: [/pɹoʊ/]

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pro: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use pro in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “job or career”

(noun) a person who is really good at something or has expertise in a certain area. Like a professional athlete who is very skilled at their sport.

Example

She is a pro at playing the piano.

Example

He is not a pro in cooking; his dishes always turn out burnt.

Example

Is she considered a pro in the field of graphic design?

Context: “favoring something or in support of something”

(noun) someone who is in favor of or supports a particular cause or idea. Like a pro-environment activist who supports protecting the environment.

Example

She is a proponent of renewable energy sources.

Example

He is not a pro for stricter laws on pollution control.

Example

Is she a proponent for organic farming practices?

Context: “professional sports”

(noun) short for 'professional', especially used in the context of professional sports. Someone who plays sports for a living or at a high level of skill.

Example

He started playing as a pro when he was just 18.

Example

She never made it to the pro level in basketball.

Example

How long has he been a pro in the industry?

How to pronounce pro

Pronunciation: [/pɹoʊ/]

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