To pronounce "perforate", say PERF-or-at-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
perforate
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PERF-or-at-e
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"perforate" has 4 syllables: perf-or-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.
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"Perforate" has 4 syllables: perf · or · at · e.
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