How to Pronounce Heathen

To pronounce "heathen", say HEATH-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhiːðən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhiːðən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “heathen”

"heathen" has 2 syllables: heath-en. It rhymes with wreathen, if that helps it stick.

What does heathen mean?

noun

  1. An adherent of the Germanic neo-pagan faith of Heathenry.

adjective

  1. Pertaining or adhering to the Germanic neo-pagan faith Heathenry.

noun

  1. A person who does not follow a Christian religion; a pagan.
  2. (by extension) An uncultured or uncivilized person, philistine.

Words that rhyme with heathen

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wreathen

Related words

heathenishpagangentileinfidelirreligiousiconwild-typeatheist

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "heathen"?▾

"Heathen" has 2 syllables: heath · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "heathen"?▾

The IPA transcription of "heathen" is /ˈhiːðən/.

What does "heathen" mean?▾

Heathen: An adherent of the Germanic neo-pagan faith of Heathenry.

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