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How to pronounce “perfunctory”

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Pronunciation guide for perfunctory

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of perfunctory with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: The US Bombed Iran. Now What?But, you know, pretty soft and perfunctory statement.
Definition summary: Done only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.

Example 1 of 8

The US Bombed Iran. Now What?

But, you know, pretty soft and perfunctory statement.

[Adjective]
Done only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.
Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.

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