How to Pronounce Hierarch

To pronounce "hierarch", say HIER-arch — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

HIER-arch

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💡 Tip for remembering “hierarch”

"hierarch" has 2 syllables: hier-arch.

What does hierarch mean?

noun

  1. One who has high and controlling authority in sacred things; the chief of a sacred order.
  2. A title of bishops in their role as ordinaries (arbiters of canon law) over their respective dioceses.

Synonyms

ordinary

Related words

archpriestprelateprimatehierocratarchchiefoverchiefchurchmanordinant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hierarch"?▾

"Hierarch" has 2 syllables: hier · arch.

What does "hierarch" mean?▾

Hierarch: One who has high and controlling authority in sacred things; the chief of a sacred order.

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