How to Pronounce Hector

To pronounce "hector", say HECT-or — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɛktə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈhɛktə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hector”

"hector" has 2 syllables: hect-or. It rhymes with specter and spectre, if that helps it stick.

What does hector mean?

noun

Sometimes in the form Hector: a blustering, noisy, turbulent fellow; a blusterer, bully.

verb

To dominate or intimidate in a blustering way; to bully, to domineer.
To behave like a hector or bully; to bluster, to swagger; to bully.

Synonyms

huff terrorise terrorize

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Words that rhyme with hector

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specter spectre protector sector rector vector nectar director defector prospector inspector lector

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hector"?▾

"Hector" has 2 syllables: hect · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "hector"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hector" is /ˈhɛktə/.

What does "hector" mean?▾

Hector: Sometimes in the form Hector: a blustering, noisy, turbulent fellow; a blusterer, bully.

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