To pronounce "perlous", say PERL-ous — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
perlous
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PERL-ous
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"perlous" has 2 syllables: perl-ous.
"Perlous" has 2 syllables: perl · ous.
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