How to Pronounce Exarch

To pronounce "exarch", say EX-arch — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɛksɑːk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈɛksɑːk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “exarch”

"exarch" has 2 syllables: ex-arch.

What does exarch mean?

noun

  1. In the Byzantine Empire, a governor of a distant province.
  2. In the Eastern Christian Churches, the deputy of a patriarch, or a bishop who holds authority over other bishops without being a patriarch.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exarch"?▾

"Exarch" has 2 syllables: ex · arch.

What is the IPA transcription of "exarch"?▾

The IPA transcription of "exarch" is /ˈɛksɑːk/.

What does "exarch" mean?▾

Exarch: In the Byzantine Empire, a governor of a distant province.

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