How to Pronounce Purfling

To pronounce "purfling", say PURFL-ing — 2 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

PURFL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “purfling”

"purfling" has 2 syllables: purfl-ing. It rhymes with nerfling, if that helps it stick.

What does purfling mean?

verb

  1. To decorate (wood, cloth etc.) with a purfle or ornamental border; to border.
  2. To ornament with a bordure of ermines, furs, etc. or with gold studs or mountings.

noun

  1. Two or more very narrow strips of black wood enclosing a lighter-coloured strip of wood set close to the edge of the top and back of a string instrument such as a violin, cello or a guitar, following its outline, or this effect simulated with paint.

    “The purfling on this violin is exceptionally beautiful.”

  2. An ornament consisting of a bordure of ermines, furs, etc. or gold studs or mountings.

Words that rhyme with purfling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nerfling

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "purfling"?▾

"Purfling" has 2 syllables: purfl · ing.

What does "purfling" mean?▾

Purfling: To decorate (wood, cloth etc.) with a purfle or ornamental border; to border.

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