How to pronounce perlin
Say it like PUR-lin. Perlin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR).
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- PUR
- lin
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perlin pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- linKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of perlin
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PUR-lin.
What does perlin mean?
- A cross breed of a peregrine falcon and a merlin.
Where does perlin come from?
Blend of peregrine + merlin.
Words that rhyme with perlin
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of perlin.
Questions about saying perlin
How do you pronounce perlin?
Say PUR-lin. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɝlɪn/. In British English it is /ˈpɜːlɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in perlin?
Perlin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR). Broken into parts: PUR · lin.
Is perlin 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 /ˈpɜːlɪn/ (PUR-lin).