How to Pronounce "persistent"
word
/pɝˈsɪstənt/
pur-SIS-tuhnt
/pəsˈɪstənt/
puh-SIS-tuhnt
Definition
Not giving up easily or continuing to do something for a long time, even when it is difficult or when others stop.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɝˈsɪstənt/
British English
/pəsˈɪstənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pur-SIS-tuhnt
UK
puh-SIS-tuhnt
Listen in Context
Being persistent pays off when you're learning a new language.
Sometimes, a persistent mistake is just a bad habit you haven't noticed yet.
She is very persistent and never gives up on her goals.
The persistent rain lasted all night.