To pronounce "pertussis", say PERT-uss-is — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
pertussis
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PERT-uss-is
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"pertussis" has 3 syllables: pert-uss-is. It rhymes with fuscous and viscus, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Pertussis" has 3 syllables: pert · uss · is.
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