perilous
adjectiveHow many syllables in perilous?
There are 3 syllables in the word perilous.How to pronounce perilous:
Definition of perilous:
- perilous (adjective):
- uncertain or risky
- fraught with danger.
- full of or involving peril
Synonyms for perilous:
chancy
dangerous
exposed
fraught with danger
grave
grievous
hairy
hazardous
menacing
parlous
precarious
risky
serious
threatening
touch-and-go
treacherous
unhealthy
unsafe
unsure
venturesome
vulnerable
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The historical evolution of English has led to the silent 'e' and other silent letters, complicating syllable identification and pronunciation.
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