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