"purr" 怎么发音

word

US

ˈpɝ

PURR

UK

pˈɜː

PURR

释义

To make a low, continuous, soft vibrating sound, like a cat does when it is content. Sometimes also used for smooth, continuous humming sounds from engines or machines.

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˈpɝ

英式英语

pˈɜː

简化发音

美式

PURR

英式

PURR

语境中听

The cat began to purr when I petted her.

Kittens purr when they feel safe.

I like to hear my cat purr at night.

The engine purrs like a happy cat after the tune-up.