To pronounce "perused", say PER-us-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
perused
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"perused" has 3 syllables: per-us-ed. It rhymes with bemused and enthused, if that helps it stick.
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"Perused" has 3 syllables: per · us · ed.
Perused: To examine or consider with care.
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