How to Pronounce Perk

To pronounce "perk", say PERK — one syllable, IPA /pɝk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/pɝk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “perk”

"perk" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with smirk and jerk, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: perc, purk — easy to mix up when writing.

What does perk mean?

noun

  1. Perquisite.

    “Free coffee is one of the perks of the job.”

  2. A bonus ability that a player character can acquire; a permanent power-up.

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Words that rhyme with perk

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

smirkjerkworkframeworklurkdirkmurkberserkburkecirqueshirkgroundwork

Related words

perquisitepercolateassistfreebiehelpbenefit

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perk"?▾

"Perk" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "perk"?▾

The IPA transcription of "perk" is /pɝk/.

What does "perk" mean?▾

Perk: Perquisite.

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