How to Pronounce Peruvian

To pronounce "peruvian", say PER-uv-ian — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

peruvian

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

PER-uv-ian

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💡 Tip for remembering “peruvian”

"peruvian" has 3 syllables: per-uv-ian. It rhymes with pluvian and luvian, if that helps it stick.

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Words that rhyme with peruvian

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pluvianluvian

Related words

perubiroselvaandeanincanquechuanaymaranecuadorian

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How many syllables are in "peruvian"?▾

"Peruvian" has 3 syllables: per · uv · ian.

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