How Do You Spell DOEST PROUD?

Pronunciation: [dˈə͡ʊst pɹˈa͡ʊd] (IPA)

The spelling of "doest proud" may seem curious to some, but it is actually an archaic form of the phrase "does proud." In IPA phonetic transcription, "doest" is pronounced as /ˈduːɪst/, with the "o" being pronounced as a long "u" sound and the "e" being silent. "Proud" is pronounced as /praʊd/ with the "ou" making an "ow" sound. Together, "doest proud" would be pronounced as /ˈduːɪst praʊd/. Although it may not be commonly used today, understanding archaic spellings can help in understanding historical texts.