How to pronounce perquisites
Say it like PUR-kwuh-zits. Perquisites has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR).
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- PUR
- kwuh
- zits
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perquisites 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.
- kwuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- zitsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of perquisites
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PUR-kwuh-zits.
What does perquisites mean?
- plural of perquisite How to pronounce perquisite
Questions about saying perquisites
How do you pronounce perquisites?
Say PUR-kwuh-zits. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɝkwəzɪts/. In British English it is /ˈpɜːkwəzɪts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in perquisites?
Perquisites has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR). Broken into parts: PUR · kwuh · zits.
Is perquisites 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 /ˈpɜːkwəzɪts/ (PUR-kwuh-zits).