How to Pronounce "perky"

word

/ˈpɝki/

PUR-kee

/pˈɜːki/

PUR-kee

Definition

Cheerful, lively, or full of energy, often in a way that is noticeable and positive. Sometimes describes a person or their manner.

American English

/ˈpɝki/

British English

/pˈɜːki/

PUR-kee

She has a perky voice that makes people smile.

Tom always acts perky in the morning.

My perky dog jumps around the house.

Even after a long flight, she seemed so perky and ready to go.