To pronounce "pervicacious", say PERV-ic-ac-ious — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PERV-ic-ac-ious
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"pervicacious" has 4 syllables: perv-ic-ac-ious.
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"Pervicacious" has 4 syllables: perv · ic · ac · ious.
Pervicacious: Extremely stubborn or headstrong; wilful, obstinate.
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