To pronounce "purlicue", say PURL-ic-ue — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
purlicue
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PURL-ic-ue
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"purlicue" has 3 syllables: purl-ic-ue.
"Purlicue" has 3 syllables: purl · ic · ue.
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