How to pronounce peerless
Say it like PEER-lis. Peerless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEER).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈpɪrlɪs/PEER-lis
UK British/ˈpɪəlɪs/PEER-lis
- PEER
- lis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Peerless pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- lisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of peerless
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PEER-lis.
What does peerless mean?
adjective
- Without peer or equal; unparalleled, nonpareil. Of the highest quality, best.
Where does peerless come from?
From Middle English pereles, perles; equivalent to peer + -less.
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Questions about saying peerless
How do you pronounce peerless?
Say PEER-lis. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɪrlɪs/. In British English it is /ˈpɪəlɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in peerless?
Peerless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEER). Broken into parts: PEER · lis.
Is peerless 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 /ˈpɪəlɪs/ (PEER-lis).