How to pronounce heretic
Say it like HER-uh-tik. Heretic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HER).
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US American/ˈhɛrətɪk/HER-uh-tik
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- HER
- uh
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Heretic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
What does heretic mean?
noun
- Someone whose beliefs are contrary to the fundamental tenets of a religion they claim to belong to.
- Someone who does not conform to generally accepted beliefs or practices.
Questions about saying heretic
How do you pronounce heretic?
Say HER-uh-tik. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɛrətɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in heretic?
Heretic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HER). Broken into parts: HER · uh · tik.