How to pronounce perite
Say it like puh-RYTE. Perite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RYTE).
- puh
- RYTE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RYTESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of perite
American and British speakers say perite in essentially the same way: /pəˈraɪt/ in the US and /pəˈraɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: puh-RYTE.
What does perite mean?
- An orthorhombic pseudo-tetragonal mineral PbBiO₂Cl, originally found in Sweden.
Where does perite come from?
From Latin perītus.
Words that rhyme with perite
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of perite.
Questions about saying perite
How do you pronounce perite?
Say puh-RYTE. The American pronunciation is /pəˈraɪt/. In British English it is /pəˈraɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in perite?
Perite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RYTE). Broken into parts: puh · RYTE.
Do Americans and Brits say perite the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /pəˈraɪt/ and the British form is /pəˈraɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.