How to Pronounce "perhaps"
word
/pɝˈhæps/
pur-HAPS
/pəhˈæps/
puh-HAPS
Definition
Used to show that something is possible but not certain; another way to say 'maybe' or 'possibly'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɝˈhæps/
British English
/pəhˈæps/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pur-HAPS
UK
puh-HAPS
Listen in Context
Perhaps it will rain tomorrow.
Perhaps she is at home now.
We should perhaps ask for help.
Perhaps you could try calling her again.