How to Pronounce Persons

To pronounce "persons", say PERS-ons — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɜːsənz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɜːsənz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “persons”

"persons" has 2 syllables: pers-ons. It rhymes with worsens and congresspersons, if that helps it stick.

What does persons mean?

noun

  1. An individual; usually a human being.

    “Each person is unique, both mentally and physically.”

  2. The physical body of a being seen as distinct from the mind, character, etc.

verb

  1. To represent as a person; to personify; to impersonate.
  2. (gender-neutral) To man.

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Words that rhyme with persons

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worsenscongresspersons

Related words

somebodysoulindividualmortalsomeonehumanpeoplesfolks

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "persons"?▾

"Persons" has 2 syllables: pers · ons.

What is the IPA transcription of "persons"?▾

The IPA transcription of "persons" is /ˈpɜːsənz/.

What does "persons" mean?▾

Persons: An individual; usually a human being.

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