How to pronounce performance

Say it like this: /pɚˈfɔɹ.mən(t)s/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/pɚˈfɔɹ.mən(t)s/

What does performance mean?

nounThe act of performing; carrying into execution or action; execution; achievement; accomplishment; representation by action.

“the performance of an undertaking or a duty”

That which is performed or accomplished; a thing done or carried through; an achievement; a deed; an act; a feat; especially, an action of an elaborate or public character.

A live show or concert.

“We saw the whole ballet performance from the front row.”

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