How to Pronounce "perennial"
word
pɝˈɛniəɫ
per-EN-ee-uhl
pəɹˈɛnɪəl
puh-REN-ee-uhl
Definition
Lasting or existing for a long time, or happening again and again; in plants, a perennial is one that lives for more than two years.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɝˈɛniəɫ
British English
pəɹˈɛnɪəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-EN-ee-uhl
UK
puh-REN-ee-uhl
Listen in Context
Roses can be perennial plants in some climates.
This garden has many perennial flowers.
Drought is a perennial problem in this area.
He's a perennial favorite at every music festival.