How to Pronounce Hierophant

To pronounce "hierophant", say HIER-oph-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhaɪəɹəˌfænt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈhaɪəɹəˌfænt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hierophant”

"hierophant" has 3 syllables: hier-oph-ant.

What does hierophant mean?

noun

  1. An ancient Greek priest who interpreted sacred mysteries, especially the priest of the Eleusinian mysteries.
  2. An interpreter of sacred mysteries or arcane knowledge.

Related words

mystesanaktoronephoruseleusinionhieromonkeleutherarchomphalopsychitehieromnemon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hierophant"?▾

"Hierophant" has 3 syllables: hier · oph · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "hierophant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hierophant" is /ˈhaɪəɹəˌfænt/.

What does "hierophant" mean?▾

Hierophant: An ancient Greek priest who interpreted sacred mysteries, especially the priest of the Eleusinian mysteries.

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