How to Pronounce Perfidious

To pronounce "perfidious", say PERF-id-ious — 3 syllables, IPA /pəˈfɪdi.əs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/pəˈfɪdi.əs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “perfidious”

"perfidious" has 3 syllables: perf-id-ious.

What does perfidious mean?

adjective

  1. Of, pertaining to, or representing perfidy; disloyal to what should command one's fidelity or allegiance.

Synonyms

disloyaltraitoroustreacherousunfaithful

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Related words

treacherousunfaithfulpunictricksywickedevilviciousslippery

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perfidious"?▾

"Perfidious" has 3 syllables: perf · id · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "perfidious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "perfidious" is /pəˈfɪdi.əs/.

What does "perfidious" mean?▾

Perfidious: Of, pertaining to, or representing perfidy; disloyal to what should command one's fidelity or allegiance.

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