How to pronounce Perlis
Say it like PUR-lis. Perlis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈpɝˌlɪs/PUR-lis
UK British/ˈpɜːˌlɪs/PUR-lis
- PUR
- lis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perlis 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.
- lisGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of Perlis
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PUR-lis.
What does Perlis mean?
proper noun
- A state in northwestern Malaysia. Capital: Kangar.
Where does Perlis come from?
From Malay Perlis.
Questions about saying Perlis
How do you pronounce Perlis?
Say PUR-lis. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɝˌlɪs/. In British English it is /ˈpɜːˌlɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Perlis?
Perlis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR). Broken into parts: PUR · lis.
Is Perlis 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 /ˈpɜːˌlɪs/ (PUR-lis).