How to Pronounce Percent

To pronounce "percent", say PERC-ent — 2 syllables, IPA /pəˈsɛnt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/pəˈsɛnt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “percent”

"percent" has 2 syllables: perc-ent. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

What does percent mean?

noun

A percentage, a proportion (especially per hundred).
“only a small percent attain the top ranks”
One part per hundred; one percent.

adverb

For every hundred (used with preceding numeral to form a noun phrase expressing a proportion).

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Words that rhyme with percent

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lament augment content present discontent dissent torment assent repent circumvent represent malcontent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "percent"?▾

"Percent" has 2 syllables: perc · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "percent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "percent" is /pəˈsɛnt/.

What does "percent" mean?▾

Percent: A percentage, a proportion (especially per hundred).

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