prolegomena

pro·le·gom·e·non

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [proh-li-gom-uh-non, -nuh n]
- /ˌproʊ lɪˈgɒm əˌnɒn, -nən/
- /ˌprəʊ.le.ˈɡɒ.mɪ.nə/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [proh-li-gom-uh-non, -nuh n]
- /ˌproʊ lɪˈgɒm əˌnɒn, -nən/

Definitions of prolegomena word

noun plural prolegomena a preliminary discussion; introductory essay, as prefatory matter in a book; a prologue. 1
noun plural prolegomena Usually, prolegomena. (sometimes used with a singular verb) a treatise serving as a preface or introduction to a book. 1

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Origin of prolegomena

First appearance:

before 1645

One of the 44% oldest English words

1645-55; < New Latin < Greek prolegómenon, neuter of passive present participle of prolégein to say beforehand, equivalent to pro- pro-2 + légein to say (akin to lógos logos)

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Parts of speech for Prolegomena

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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prolegomena popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 44% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 51% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for prolegomena

noun prolegomena

forewords — Plural form of foreword.
hornbooks — Plural form of hornbook.
introductions — Plural form of introduction.
intros — Plural form of intro.

All 4 Synonyms of prolegomena