How to Pronounce Pertinent

To pronounce "pertinent", say PERT-in-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpəːtɪnənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

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Letters

/ˈpəːtɪnənt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pertinent”

"pertinent" has 3 syllables: pert-in-ent. It rhymes with impertinent, if that helps it stick.

What does pertinent mean?

adjective

  1. Important with regard to (a subject or matter); relevant

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Words that rhyme with pertinent

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impertinent

Related words

relevantaproposappositeappropriateaptrelevancegermaneapplicable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pertinent"?▾

"Pertinent" has 3 syllables: pert · in · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "pertinent"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pertinent" is /ˈpəːtɪnənt/.

What does "pertinent" mean?▾

Pertinent: Important with regard to (a subject or matter); relevant

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