To pronounce "misperceive", say MISP-erc-eiv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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MISP-erc-eiv-e
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"misperceive" has 4 syllables: misp-erc-eiv-e. It rhymes with naive and heave, if that helps it stick.
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"Misperceive" has 4 syllables: misp · erc · eiv · e.
Misperceive: To perceive erroneously.
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