How to pronounce perv
Say it like PURV. Perv is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- PURV
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perv pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PURVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of perv
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PURV.
What does perv mean?
- A pervert.
- An ogle; an act of leering or voyeurism.
- To act in a sexually perverted manner.“God, could you stop perving out over my sister? She's literally 14.”
- To look at lasciviously or voyeuristically.“The soccer coach perved on one of the players as he undressed in the change room.”
Where does perv come from?
Clipping of pervert.
Words that rhyme with perv
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of perv.
Questions about saying perv
How do you pronounce perv?
Say PURV. The American pronunciation is /pɝv/. In British English it is /pɜːv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in perv?
Perv is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: PURV.
Is perv 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 /pɜːv/ (PURV).