How to Pronounce Hermeneutics

To pronounce "hermeneutics", say HERM-en-eut-ics — 4 syllables, IPA /hɜːɹməˈnjuːtɪks/. 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

/hɜːɹməˈnjuːtɪks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hermeneutics”

"hermeneutics" has 4 syllables: herm-en-eut-ics.

What does hermeneutics mean?

noun

  1. The study or theory of the methodical interpretation of text, especially holy texts.

Related words

explicationexpositionelucidationexplanationinterpretationexegesistranslationclarification

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hermeneutics"?▾

"Hermeneutics" has 4 syllables: herm · en · eut · ics.

What is the IPA transcription of "hermeneutics"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hermeneutics" is /hɜːɹməˈnjuːtɪks/.

What does "hermeneutics" mean?▾

Hermeneutics: The study or theory of the methodical interpretation of text, especially holy texts.

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