How to Pronounce "pearls"
word
/ˈpɝɫz/
purlz
/pˈɜːlz/
purlz
Definition
Small, round, shiny gems made by oysters or other shellfish, often used in jewelry. The word can also refer to anything beautiful or rare like a pearl.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɝɫz/
British English
/pˈɜːlz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
purlz
UK
purlz
Listen in Context
She wears pearls on special occasions.
I found some pearls inside the oyster.
Her necklace is made of pearls.
He gave her a string of pearls for their anniversary.