To pronounce "purists", say PUR-ists — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"purists" has 2 syllables: pur-ists. It rhymes with jurists and tourists, if that helps it stick.
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"Purists" has 2 syllables: pur · ists.
Purists: An advocate of purism.
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