How to Pronounce Holier

To pronounce "holier", say HOL-ier — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhəʊl.liə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhəʊl.liə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “holier”

"holier" has 2 syllables: hol-ier. It rhymes with lowlier and colier, if that helps it stick.

What does holier mean?

adjective

  1. Having, or being full of, holes

    “Fred loved holey Dutch cheese.”

adjective

  1. Dedicated to a religious purpose or a god.

    “I'm planning to visit the holy city of Jerusalem this Christmas.”

  2. Revered in a religion.

Synonyms

sacredfaultlessflawlessperfectsanctifiedreservedspecial

Antonyms

damageddefectivefaultyflawedimperfectprofane

Words that rhyme with holier

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lowliercoliercolyer

Related words

sanctimonioushypocriticaljudgmentalintolerantarrogantmanlierpoliterpious

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "holier"?▾

"Holier" has 2 syllables: hol · ier.

What is the IPA transcription of "holier"?▾

The IPA transcription of "holier" is /ˈhəʊl.liə/.

What does "holier" mean?▾

Holier: Having, or being full of, holes

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