How to Pronounce "herculean"
word
her-KYOO-lee-uhn
huh-KYUH-lee-uhn
Definition
Extremely difficult, demanding, or requiring great strength, like the legendary tasks performed by Hercules.
IPA Transcription
American English
hɝkˈjuɫiən
British English
hˈɜːkjʊlˌiən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
her-KYOO-lee-uhn
UK
huh-KYUH-lee-uhn
Listen in Context
Completing the project on time was a herculean task.
He made a herculean effort to lift the heavy box.
Cleaning the whole house alone was a herculean job.
Finishing the marathon in that heat was truly herculean.