How to Pronounce Perturb

To pronounce "perturb", say PERT-urb — 2 syllables, IPA /pɚˈtɝb/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/pɚˈtɝb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “perturb”

"perturb" has 2 syllables: pert-urb. It rhymes with superb and curb, if that helps it stick.

What does perturb mean?

verb

  1. To disturb; to bother or unsettle.
  2. To slightly modify the motion of an object.

Words that rhyme with perturb

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

superbcurbdisturbkerbblurbverbreverbherberbscherberbe

Related words

disquiettroublecarkdisorderderangedistractunhingeupset

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perturb"?▾

"Perturb" has 2 syllables: pert · urb.

What is the IPA transcription of "perturb"?▾

The IPA transcription of "perturb" is /pɚˈtɝb/.

What does "perturb" mean?▾

Perturb: To disturb; to bother or unsettle.

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