To pronounce "hernia", say HERN-ia — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"hernia" has 2 syllables: hern-ia. It rhymes with hibernia, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Hernia" has 2 syllables: hern · ia.
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