How to Pronounce Holiest

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhəʊl.li.ɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “holiest”

"holiest" has 2 syllables: hol-iest. It rhymes with lowliest and scholiast, if that helps it stick.

What does holiest 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 holiest

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lowliestscholiast

Related words

sacredbusiestherodianbloodiestreveredhallowedidolatrouslunar

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "holiest"?▾

"Holiest" has 2 syllables: hol · iest.

What is the IPA transcription of "holiest"?▾

The IPA transcription of "holiest" is /ˈhəʊl.li.ɪst/.

What does "holiest" mean?▾

Holiest: Having, or being full of, holes

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