How to pronounce perp
Say it like PURP. Perp is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- PURP
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perp pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PURPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of perp
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PURP.
What does perp mean?
- A perpetrator.“"We have the perp in custody," the policeman said.”
- A perpetual bond.
- Perpetual futures.
Where does perp come from?
Clipping of perpetrator.
Words that rhyme with perp
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Questions about saying perp
How do you pronounce perp?
Say PURP. The American pronunciation is /pɝp/. In British English it is /pɜːp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in perp?
Perp is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: PURP.
Is perp 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 /pɜːp/ (PURP).