To pronounce "purring", say PURR-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
purring
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PURR-ing
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"purring" has 2 syllables: purr-ing. It rhymes with whirring and furring, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Purring" has 2 syllables: purr · ing.
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