How to Pronounce Hyperbolic

To pronounce "hyperbolic", say HYPERB-ol-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌhaɪpɚˈbɑlɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌhaɪpɚˈbɑlɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hyperbolic”

"hyperbolic" has 3 syllables: hyperb-ol-ic. It rhymes with melancholic and vitriolic, if that helps it stick.

What does hyperbolic mean?

adjective

  1. Of or relating to hyperbole.
  2. Using hyperbole: exaggerated.

    “This hyperbolical epitaph. — Fuller.”

Words that rhyme with hyperbolic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

melancholicvitriolicbucolicfrolicsymbolicbollockparabolicrollickworkaholichydraulicmetabolicpollock

Related words

exaggeratedinflatedincreasedbell-shapedparaboloidcotangentparaboloidshyperbatic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hyperbolic"?▾

"Hyperbolic" has 3 syllables: hyperb · ol · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "hyperbolic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hyperbolic" is /ˌhaɪpɚˈbɑlɪk/.

What does "hyperbolic" mean?▾

Hyperbolic: Of or relating to hyperbole.

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