How to Pronounce Hermetic

To pronounce "hermetic", say HERM-et-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /hə(ɹ)ˈmɛtɪk/. 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

/hə(ɹ)ˈmɛtɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hermetic”

"hermetic" has 3 syllables: herm-et-ic.

What does hermetic mean?

adjective

  1. (chiefly with capital initial) Pertaining to Hermes Trismegistus or the writings attributed to him.
  2. Pertaining to alchemy or occult practices; magical, alchemical.

Related words

tightsealedairtightsickhermeticalhephaestichephaestiantrismegistic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hermetic"?▾

"Hermetic" has 3 syllables: herm · et · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "hermetic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hermetic" is /hə(ɹ)ˈmɛtɪk/.

What does "hermetic" mean?▾

Hermetic: (chiefly with capital initial) Pertaining to Hermes Trismegistus or the writings attributed to him.

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