How to Pronounce Perpetual

To pronounce "perpetual", say PERP-et-ual — 3 syllables, IPA /pəˈpɛtjʊəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/pəˈpɛtjʊəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “perpetual”

"perpetual" has 3 syllables: perp-et-ual.

What does perpetual mean?

adjective

  1. Lasting forever, or for an indefinitely long time
  2. Set up to be in effect or have tenure for an unlimited duration

Synonyms

continuantpersistentcontinuousnonstop

Related words

eternaleverlastingagelesspermanentlastingincessantconstantunceasing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perpetual"?▾

"Perpetual" has 3 syllables: perp · et · ual.

What is the IPA transcription of "perpetual"?▾

The IPA transcription of "perpetual" is /pəˈpɛtjʊəl/.

What does "perpetual" mean?▾

Perpetual: Lasting forever, or for an indefinitely long time

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