How to Pronounce Hexameter

To pronounce "hexameter", say HEX-am-et-er — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

HEX-am-et-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “hexameter”

"hexameter" has 4 syllables: hex-am-et-er.

What does hexameter mean?

noun

  1. A line in a poem having six metrical feet
  2. A poetic metre in which each line has six feet

Related words

dactylichexametreheptameterhexapodypentameteroctametertetrameterhendecameter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hexameter"?▾

"Hexameter" has 4 syllables: hex · am · et · er.

What does "hexameter" mean?▾

Hexameter: A line in a poem having six metrical feet

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