How to Pronounce "perish"
word
/ˈpɛɹɪʃ/
PAIR-ish
/pˈɛɹɪʃ/
PAIR-ish
Definition
To die, especially in a sudden, violent, or untimely way. It can also mean to be destroyed or cease to exist.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɛɹɪʃ/
British English
/pˈɛɹɪʃ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-ish
UK
PAIR-ish
Listen in Context
Many plants perish without enough water.
Thousands perished in the earthquake.
Food will perish if not kept in a fridge.
The idea of giving up never even entered my mind—perish the thought!