How to pronounce purblind
Say it like PUR-blynd. Purblind has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR).
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- PUR
- blynd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Purblind 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.
- blyndKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of purblind
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PUR-blynd.
What does purblind mean?
- Of a person: having impaired vision; partially blind; dim-sighted.
- Of the eyes: unable to see well, especially due to old age; weak.
- Of a person: lacking in discernment or understanding; dim-witted, unintelligent.
- A person who has impaired vision or is partially blind.
- To cause (someone) to have impaired vision or become partially blind.
Where does purblind come from?
The noun and verb are derived from the adjective.
Questions about saying purblind
How do you pronounce purblind?
Say PUR-blynd. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɝblaɪnd/. In British English it is /ˈpɜːblaɪnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in purblind?
Purblind has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR). Broken into parts: PUR · blynd.
Is purblind 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 /ˈpɜːblaɪnd/ (PUR-blynd).