How to Pronounce Hermit

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhɜːmɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hermit”

"hermit" has 2 syllables: herm-it. It rhymes with dermott and dermot, if that helps it stick.

What does hermit mean?

noun

  1. A religious recluse; someone who lives alone for religious reasons; an eremite.
  2. A recluse; someone who lives alone and shuns human companionship.

Synonyms

anchoriteeremiterecluse

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Words that rhyme with hermit

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dermottdermotkermitmacdermottmcdermittmcdermotmcdermottpermut

Related words

anchoritereclusetroglodytesolitarysolitairelonerlonelonely

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hermit"?▾

"Hermit" has 2 syllables: herm · it.

What is the IPA transcription of "hermit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hermit" is /ˈhɜːmɪt/.

What does "hermit" mean?▾

Hermit: A religious recluse; someone who lives alone for religious reasons; an eremite.

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