How to Pronounce Leviathan

To pronounce "leviathan", say LEV-iath-an — 3 syllables, IPA /lə.ˈvaɪ.ə.θən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/lə.ˈvaɪ.ə.θən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “leviathan”

"leviathan" has 3 syllables: lev-iath-an.

What does leviathan mean?

noun

  1. A vast sea monster of tremendous strength, described as the most powerful and dangerous creature in the ocean.
  2. Something large; behemoth.

    “As I stared across the sea, there arose from the depths a leviathan of a creature, which loomed far above me and my ship.”

adjective

  1. Very large; gargantuan.

Related words

mermonstersea-monsterrahabdevilfishmerbeastkrakenmercreature

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "leviathan"?▾

"Leviathan" has 3 syllables: lev · iath · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "leviathan"?▾

The IPA transcription of "leviathan" is /lə.ˈvaɪ.ə.θən/.

What does "leviathan" mean?▾

Leviathan: A vast sea monster of tremendous strength, described as the most powerful and dangerous creature in the ocean.

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