How to Pronounce "perpetuates"
word
pɝˈpɛtʃəˌweɪts
per-PECH-uh-wayts
pəpˈɛtʃuːˌeɪts
puh-PETCH-oo-ayts
Definition
To make something continue or last for a long time, often something negative such as a problem or stereotype.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɝˈpɛtʃəˌweɪts
British English
pəpˈɛtʃuːˌeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-PECH-uh-wayts
UK
puh-PETCH-oo-ayts
Listen in Context
This story perpetuates old stereotypes.
Telling rumors perpetuates misunderstandings.
His actions perpetuate the cycle of violence.
Ignoring the problem only perpetuates it.