How to Pronounce Anathema

To pronounce "anathema", say AN-ath-em-a — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈnæθəmə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈnæθəmə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “anathema”

"anathema" has 4 syllables: an-ath-em-a. It rhymes with fatima and fatimah, if that helps it stick.

What does anathema mean?

noun

  1. A ban or curse pronounced with religious solemnity by ecclesiastical authority, often accompanied by excommunication; something denounced as accursed.
  2. (by extension) Something which is vehemently disliked by somebody.

Synonyms

bancursebête noire

Words that rhyme with anathema

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fatimafatimah

Related words

cursedcurseabominationmaranathaanathematizationanathemizationcomminationdenunciation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anathema"?▾

"Anathema" has 4 syllables: an · ath · em · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "anathema"?▾

The IPA transcription of "anathema" is /əˈnæθəmə/.

What does "anathema" mean?▾

Anathema: A ban or curse pronounced with religious solemnity by ecclesiastical authority, often accompanied by excommunication; something denounced as accursed.

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