Comment prononcer « purrs » en anglais
pɜːrz
PURZ
Accent tonique principal : PURZ
Écoutez des locuteurs natifs dire « purrs » dans des clips vidéo authentiques
Linguistic Pronunciation Masterclass: “purrs”
Phonetic mechanics, syllable architecture, and conversational cadence
Syllable Architecture & Stress Distribution
PURZ
Tense long vowel with sustained acoustic resonance.
As a single-syllable word, "purrs" receives full primary stress when spoken in isolation, though it may take a reduced weak form in connected speech when acting as a function word.
Common Pronunciation Traps & Learner Mistakes
The Trap: Single-syllable words like "purrs" carry primary acoustic prominence in isolation, but can be swallowed in rapid connected speech.
How Native Speakers Say It: Sustain vowel clarity without rushing into the trailing consonant. Elevate pitch slightly when "purrs" carries the primary contrast or new information in a sentence.
Connected Speech & Natural Conversational Flow
When "purrs" is followed by a word starting with a vowel, glide the final consonant into the opening vowel (e.g. "purrs is" sounds like "purrs-iz").
In natural sentences, avoid over-stressing "purrs" unless it conveys the core contrast or focal point of your message.
Authentic Spoken Quotes from Native Video Context
“It is believed that the cats purrs ranges from 20 to 140Hz, and that range reduces stress in humans.”— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“protein-rich milk as she tends to the pair she purrs a”— Smithsonian ChannelWatch clip
“Dexter Dudley Begay purrs in response.”— Harvard UniversityWatch clip
“purrs well chili pepper and patches uh thank you so much for visiting us today i love you love your face yeah”— SciShowWatch clip
“But curiously, the frequency of their purrs, between 25 and 150 hertz, is within a range that can promote tissue regeneration.”— TED-EdWatch clip
“liter engine purrs with power modeled on Alfa Romeos of the time motorcycle”— Native SpeakerWatch clip
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It is believed that the cats purrs ranges from 20 to 140Hz, and that range reduces stress in humans.
Écouter en contexte: “purrs”
13 extraitsThe Anglais word “purrs” is transcribed in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as pɜːrz (phonetic respelling: PURZ). Phonologically, it consists of 1 syllable (PURZ), pronounced as a single stressed monosyllable. Grammatically, “purrs” functions as a verb, noun, interjection and acts as an English heteronym where syllable stress shifts between noun (initial-syllable stress) and verb (second-syllable stress) usage. SayItVid indexes 13 authentic Anglais video clips demonstrating how native speakers articulate “purrs” in natural connected speech across American (US: 8 sampled), British (UK), and Australian (AUS) accents, including verified broadcasts from TEDx Talks, Smithsonian Channel, Harvard University.
Spoken Video Transcripts & Contextual Quotes (5 Verified Clips)
- 🇺🇸 USTEDx TalksClip #1 · @2:01
“can reduce their chance of a heart attack by one third. It is believed that the cats purrs ranges from 20 to 140Hz, and that range reduces stress in humans. and that range reduces stress in humans.”
- 🇺🇸 USSmithsonian ChannelClip #2 · @3:04
“she nurses them every few hours with protein-rich milk as she tends to the pair she purrs a as she tends to the pair she purrs a”
- 🇺🇸 USHarvard UniversityClip #3 · @40:51
“I complain while filling their bowls. Dexter Dudley Begay purrs in response. I wish for beans or a warm stew, but then I just wash my hands”
- 🇺🇸 USSciShowClip #4 · @11:11
“those little whistles and grunts and growls and things like that he also purrs well chili pepper and patches uh thank you so much for visiting us today i love you love your face yeah i love you love your face yeah”
- 🇺🇸 USTED-EdClip #5 · @3:41
“and hunger. But curiously, the frequency of their purrs, between 25 and 150 hertz, is within a range that can promote tissue regeneration. between 25 and 150 hertz,”
Définition et signification: “purrs”
- To make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented or in certain other conditions.
- To say (something) in a throaty, seductive manner.
- The vibrating sound made by a cat in its throat when contented.
- A throaty, seductive sound of pleasure made by a person.
- Vibrating sound made by a cat.
Exemples de phrases en contexte (3)
- “There was no one at home but a black cat, who was sitting quite content and purring on the hearth[.]”
- “"This is Cindy," she purred again, flashing a smile of perfect white teeth surrounded by full red lips.”
- “It is believed that the cats purrs ranges from 20 to 140Hz, and that range reduces stress in humans.”
Expressions et collocations courantes
Prononciation: “purrs”
- Pronunciation:
- PURZ
- Syllabes:
- PURZ
- Written Hyphenation:
- purrs
- Accent tonique principal :
- PURZ
- IPA:
- pɜːrz
- Écouter en contexte
- purrs
Mots qui riment avec “purrs”
-ɜrzMots au son identique (Homophones)
Son uniqueAucun homophone exact répertorié pour "purrs" (⁄pɜːrz⁄).
Questions fréquentes sur « purrs »
Comment prononcer « purrs » en anglais ?
« purrs » se prononce ⁄pɜːrz⁄ (PURZ). Écoutez les extraits vidéo de locuteurs natifs ci-dessus pour l’entendre en situation réelle.
Où se trouve l’accent tonique dans « purrs » ?
L’accent tonique principal dans « purrs » se trouve sur « PURZ ». Repérez bien cette syllabe accentuée dans les vidéos ci-dessus.
Que signifie « purrs » ?
To make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented or in certain other conditions.
Comment écouter « purrs » dans des phrases réelles ?
Cette page contient 13 exemples vidéo de « purrs » avec sous-titres synchronisés. Utilisez Précédent / Suivant (ou les flèches ← / →) pour écouter chaque passage.
What is the most common pronunciation mistake when saying “purrs”?
Single-syllable words like "purrs" carry primary acoustic prominence in isolation, but can be swallowed in rapid connected speech. Sustain vowel clarity without rushing into the trailing consonant. Elevate pitch slightly when "purrs" carries the primary contrast or new information in a sentence.