How to pronounce perspective

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

American/pɚˈspɛk.tɪv/

What does perspective mean?

nounA view, vista or outlook.

The appearance of depth in objects, especially as perceived using binocular vision.

The technique of representing three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface.

adjOf, in or relating to perspective.

“a perspective drawing”

Providing visual aid; of or relating to the science of vision; optical.

“perspective glasses”

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