2 syllables: Per, nod. Stress on nod.
per-NOH
/pɛˈɹnoʊ/
Pernod is pronounced per-NOH (/pɛˈɹnoʊ/). It has two syllables (Per-nod), with the stress on "nod". Pernod is a brand of anise-flavored liqueur, produced in France and often consumed as an aperitif. The term also refers to the liqueur itself in contexts of cocktails or gastronomy. It is typically associated with French dining culture and classic cocktails, and is recognized for its distinctive herbal, licorice-like aroma and taste.
nounPernod is a brand of anise-flavored liqueur, produced in France and often consumed as an aperitif. The term also refers to the liqueur itself in contexts of cocktails or gastronomy. It is typically associated with French dining culture and classic cocktails, and is recognized for its distinctive herbal, licorice-like aroma and taste.
How to Pronounce Pernod
"Pernod adds a subtle anise note to the real French pastis cocktails."
"During the tasting, she compared Pernod to other anise liqueurs and noted its smoother finish."
"The bartender recommended Pernod with soda and a lemon twist as a refreshing aperitif."
Pronounce it as PER-nod, with the primary stress on the first syllable. IPA: US/UK/AU /ˈpɜːr.nɒd/. Start with a mid-back rounded vowel for the first syllable, then a short, rounded nasal /ɒ/ in the second, ending with clear /d/. Think of it as two syllables: PER-nod; the final 'd' is a light, crisp dental stop. You can listen to native pronunciations on Pronounce or Forvo for subtle French intonation.
Common errors include flattening the first syllable to a schwa or misplacing the stress on the second syllable, and softening the final /d/ into a /t/ or dropping it. To correct: keep /ɜːr/ as a rounded, r-colored vowel in stressed first syllable, maintain the short /ɒ/ in the second syllable, and finish with a crisp /d/. Practice saying PER-nod with a small, deliberate dental closure at the end.
In US accents, the first syllable has a rhotacized /ɜːr/ with a clear ‘r’. In UK/East Coast, you might hear a slightly non-rhotic vowel; however, /ˈpɜː.nɒd/ is still common. In Australian English, expect a more centralized /ˈpɜː.nɒd/ with a shorter /ɒ/ and a crisper /d/. The main differences are rhoticity and vowel quality in the first syllable; the final /d/ remains consistent.
Pernod challenges include the mid-back vowel /ɜː/ in stressed first syllable and the short, rounded /ɒ/ in the second syllable, which can be replaced by a more open vowel by non-native speakers. The risk is over-elongating the first syllable or softening the final /d/ into a voiced-alveolar approximant. Focus on keeping the two distinct vowels and a crisp dental /d/.
The word contains a silent no letters; it’s all pronounced as spelled, but the challenge is balancing the vowel sounds in rapid speech where an English speaker might run them together. Place primary stress on the first syllable, then release into a clearly enunciated final /d/. When saying quickly, avoid vowel reduction in the first syllable and keep the second vowel crisp.
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Pernod originates from the surname of its founder, Paul Ricard Pernod, or more accurately from Henri-Louis Pernod, who established Pernod Fils in 1805 in Paris. The brand name is linked to the Pernod family and the French word pernod, historically used to denote anise-flavored liqueurs in the 19th century. The product evolved from a family-run distillery specializing in essential oils and anisette-based spirits, adapting to the post-Revolution French palate by offering a smoother, sweeter, and more aromatic aperitif. The original Pernod Fils became a leading exported liqueur, and after corporate mergers, Pernod Ricard emerged as the modern global entity. The term Pernod thus connotes both a distinctive French licorice-anise flavor profile and a long-standing tradition of aperitif culture. The name’s first known commercial use traces to early 19th-century advertising for Pernod Fils, with widespread adoption in European bars by mid-century. Over time, Pernod broadened its identity beyond a single brand to symbolize an iconic category of anise-based liqueurs in French cuisine and global cocktails.
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