How to Pronounce Perspective

"Perspective" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /pɝˈspɛktɪv/ in IPA and it has 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

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Syllables

11

Letters

/pɝˈspɛktɪv/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/pəspˈɛktɪv/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “perspective”

"perspective" has 3 syllables: perspective.

What does perspective mean?

noun

  1. A view, vista or outlook.
  2. The appearance of depth in objects, especially as perceived using binocular vision.

adjective

  1. Of, in or relating to perspective.
  2. Providing visual aid; of or relating to the science of vision; optical.

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How do you pronounce "perspective"?▾

"Perspective" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /pɝˈspɛktɪv/ in IPA and it has 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

How many syllables are in "perspective"?▾

"Perspective" has 3 syllables.

What is the IPA transcription of "perspective"?▾

The IPA transcription of "perspective" is /pɝˈspɛktɪv/.

What does "perspective" mean?▾

Perspective: A view, vista or outlook.

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