How to pronounce pearlescent
Say it like per-LES-unt. Pearlescent has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LES).
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- per
- LES
- unt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pearlescent pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- untKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of pearlescent
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: puh-LES-unt.
What does pearlescent mean?
- Pearl-like, either in color or luster.
Where does pearlescent come from?
From pearl + -escent.
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Words that rhyme with pearlescent
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of pearlescent.
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- iridescent
- pubescent
- convalescent
- depressant
Questions about saying pearlescent
How do you pronounce pearlescent?
Say per-LES-unt. The American pronunciation is /pərˈlɛsənt/. In British English it is /pəˈlɛsənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pearlescent?
Pearlescent has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LES). Broken into parts: per · LES · unt.
Is pearlescent pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /pəˈlɛsənt/ (puh-LES-unt).