How to Pronounce Hetaera

To pronounce "hetaera", say HET-aer-a — 3 syllables, IPA /hɪˈtaɪɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/hɪˈtaɪɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hetaera”

"hetaera" has 3 syllables: het-aer-a.

What does hetaera mean?

noun

  1. A highly cultivated hired female companion who would entertain upper-class male clients and might perform sex acts for them.
  2. A mistress.

Related words

hetairahetairiahetaerismhetaerocracyhetaireiahelothetairisthetarism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hetaera"?▾

"Hetaera" has 3 syllables: het · aer · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "hetaera"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hetaera" is /hɪˈtaɪɹə/.

What does "hetaera" mean?▾

Hetaera: A highly cultivated hired female companion who would entertain upper-class male clients and might perform sex acts for them.

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