How to pronounce perversely
Say it like per-VUR-slee. Perversely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR).
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- per
- VUR
- slee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perversely pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- VURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- sleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of perversely
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: puh-VUR-slee.
What does perversely mean?
- In a perverse manner.
Where does perversely come from?
From perverse + -ly.
Words that rhyme with perversely
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of perversely.
Questions about saying perversely
How do you pronounce perversely?
Say per-VUR-slee. The American pronunciation is /pɚˈvɝsli/. In British English it is /pəˈvɜːsli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in perversely?
Perversely has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR). Broken into parts: per · VUR · slee.
Is perversely 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 /pəˈvɜːsli/ (puh-VUR-slee).