How to Pronounce "perspective"
word
/pɝˈspɛktɪv/
pur-SPEK-tiv
/pəspˈɛktɪv/
puh-SPEK-tiv
Definition
A perspective is a particular way of thinking about or understanding something. It can also mean the visual effect that makes objects look smaller when they are farther away.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɝˈspɛktɪv/
British English
/pəspˈɛktɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pur-SPEK-tiv
UK
puh-SPEK-tiv
Listen in Context
From my perspective, the plan is too expensive.
Travel can give you a new perspective on life.
The artist used perspective to make the road look long.
Talking to her really put the problem in perspective.