To pronounce "perfunctorily", say PERF-unct-or-ily — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
perfunctorily
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PERF-unct-or-ily
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"perfunctorily" has 4 syllables: perf-unct-or-ily.
"Perfunctorily" has 4 syllables: perf · unct · or · ily.
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