How to Pronounce Theriac

To pronounce "theriac", say THER-iac — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈθɛ.ɹi..ɑk]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/[ˈθɛ.ɹi..ɑk]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “theriac”

"theriac" has 2 syllables: ther-iac.

What does theriac mean?

noun

  1. A supposed universal antidote against poison, especially snake venom; specifically, one such developed in the 1st century as an improvement on mithridate.

    “Theriac was essentially homeopathic in its supposed function, being an "improvement" on mithridate by virtue of containing more poisons.”

  2. Treacle; molasses.

adjective

  1. Theriacal; medicinal.

Related words

theriacatreaclegalenamithridatemithridaticmithridatiummithridatummithridaticon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "theriac"?▾

"Theriac" has 2 syllables: ther · iac.

What is the IPA transcription of "theriac"?▾

The IPA transcription of "theriac" is /[ˈθɛ.ɹi..ɑk]/.

What does "theriac" mean?▾

Theriac: A supposed universal antidote against poison, especially snake venom; specifically, one such developed in the 1st century as an improvement on mithridate.

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