How to Pronounce Hierarchs

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

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

HIER-archs

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💡 Tip for remembering “hierarchs”

"hierarchs" has 2 syllables: hier-archs.

What does hierarchs 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

archpriestprelateprimateecclesiasticsschismaticsuniate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hierarchs"?▾

"Hierarchs" has 2 syllables: hier · archs.

What does "hierarchs" mean?▾

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

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