How to Pronounce Matriarchies

To pronounce "matriarchies", say MATR-iarch-ies — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

MATR-iarch-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “matriarchies”

"matriarchies" has 3 syllables: matr-iarch-ies. It rhymes with patriarchies, if that helps it stick.

What does matriarchies mean?

noun

  1. A social system in which the mother is head of household, having authority over men and children.
  2. A system of government by females (particularly as a kind of polity).

Synonyms

matriarchate

Antonyms

patriarchy

Words that rhyme with matriarchies

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patriarchies

Related words

matriarchatematriarchalmatriarchmatrilineagematrilinealhierarchiesmatrilineallymatrilinear

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "matriarchies"?▾

"Matriarchies" has 3 syllables: matr · iarch · ies.

What does "matriarchies" mean?▾

Matriarchies: A social system in which the mother is head of household, having authority over men and children.

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