How to Pronounce Perversely

To pronounce "perversely", say PERV-ers-ely — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

PERV-ers-ely

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💡 Tip for remembering “perversely”

"perversely" has 3 syllables: perv-ers-ely. It rhymes with adversely and inversely, if that helps it stick.

What does perversely mean?

adverb

  1. In a perverse manner.

Words that rhyme with perversely

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

adverselyinverselyterselypursleypersleybursleyworsleyyearsley

Related words

contrarilycontrariwiseperversedlypervilypervertedlydepravedlypeculiarlydeviously

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perversely"?▾

"Perversely" has 3 syllables: perv · ers · ely.

What does "perversely" mean?▾

Perversely: In a perverse manner.

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