How to Pronounce Persevere

To pronounce "persevere", say PERS-ev-er-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PERS-ev-er-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “persevere”

"persevere" has 4 syllables: pers-ev-er-e. It rhymes with austere and sneer, if that helps it stick.

What does persevere mean?

verb

  1. To persist steadfastly in pursuit of an undertaking, task, journey, or goal, even if hindered by distraction, difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement.
  2. To stay constant; to continue in a certain state; to remain.

Words that rhyme with persevere

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

persistperseveranceabidepersistencekeepcontinueinsist

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "persevere"?▾

"Persevere" has 4 syllables: pers · ev · er · e.

What does "persevere" mean?▾

Persevere: To persist steadfastly in pursuit of an undertaking, task, journey, or goal, even if hindered by distraction, difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement.

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