How to Pronounce Perform

To pronounce "perform", say PERF-orm — 2 syllables, IPA /pəˈfɔːm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/pəˈfɔːm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “perform”

"perform" has 2 syllables: perf-orm. It rhymes with warm and form, if that helps it stick.

What does perform mean?

verb

  1. To do something; to execute.

    “It took him only twenty minutes to perform the task.”

  2. To do (something) in front of an audience, such as acting or music, often in order to entertain.

    “She will perform in the play.”

Words that rhyme with perform

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perform"?▾

"Perform" has 2 syllables: perf · orm.

What is the IPA transcription of "perform"?▾

The IPA transcription of "perform" is /pəˈfɔːm/.

What does "perform" mean?▾

Perform: To do something; to execute.

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