How to Pronounce Perturbing

To pronounce "perturbing", say PERT-urb-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PERT-urb-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “perturbing”

"perturbing" has 3 syllables: pert-urb-ing. It rhymes with disturbing and curbing, if that helps it stick.

What does perturbing mean?

verb

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

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Words that rhyme with perturbing

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disturbingcurbing

Related words

distressfuldistressingdisturbingheavytroublingworrisomeworryingunsettling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perturbing"?▾

"Perturbing" has 3 syllables: pert · urb · ing.

What does "perturbing" mean?▾

Perturbing: To disturb; to bother or unsettle.

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