How to pronounce perron
Say it like PER-un. Perron has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER).
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- PER
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perron pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of perron
American and British speakers say perron in essentially the same way: /ˈpɛrən/ in the US and /ˈpɛrən/ in the UK.
British respelling: PER-un.
What does perron mean?
- A platform outside the raised entrance to a church or large building, or the steps leading to such a platform. US: stoop.
Where does perron come from?
From Middle French pierre (“stone”), from Anglo-Norman perron.
Words that rhyme with perron
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of perron.
Questions about saying perron
How do you pronounce perron?
Say PER-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛrən/. In British English it is /ˈpɛrən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in perron?
Perron has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER). Broken into parts: PER · un.
Do Americans and Brits say perron the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpɛrən/ and the British form is /ˈpɛrən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.