How to pronounce perfect

Say it like this: /ˈpɝ.fɪkt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈpɝ.fɪkt/

What does perfect mean?

adjFitting its definition precisely.

“a perfect circle”

Having all of its parts in harmony with a common purpose.

“That bucket with the hole in the bottom is a poor bucket, but it is perfect for watering plants.”

Without fault or mistake; without flaw, of supreme quality.

“The gymnast performed a perfect somersault.”

nounThe perfect tense, or a form in that tense.

A perfect score; the achievement of finishing a stage or task with no mistakes.

“Awarded for scoring all Perfects in the Dominator rank!”

A leader of the Cathar movement.

verbTo make perfect; to improve or hone.

“I am going to perfect this article.”

To take an action, usually the filing of a document in the correct venue, that secures a legal right.

“perfect an appeal”

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