How to pronounce theologian
Say it like thee-uh-LOH-jee-un. Theologian has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LOH).
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- thee
- uh
- LOH
- jee
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Theologian pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- theeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- jeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of theologian
- American English uses 5 syllables and British English 4.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: thee-uh-LOH-jun.
What does theologian mean?
- A specialist in academic theology.
- Someone who studies theology.“Seminarians are usually divided into philosophers and theologians, depending on their stage of formation.”
- A theological lecturer attached to a cathedral church.
Where does theologian come from?
From Old French theologien, equivalent to theology + -an.
Questions about saying theologian
How do you pronounce theologian?
Say thee-uh-LOH-jee-un. The American pronunciation is /ˌθiəˈloʊdʒiən/. In British English it is /ˌθiəˈləʊdʒən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in theologian?
Theologian has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LOH). Broken into parts: thee · uh · LOH · jee · un.
Is theologian pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 5 syllables and British English 4. The British form is /ˌθiəˈləʊdʒən/ (thee-uh-LOH-jun).