How to Pronounce "hieroglyphics"
word
ˌhaɪɹoʊˈɡɫɪfɪks
hy-roh-GLIH-fiks
hˌaɪəɹəɡlˈɪfɪks
hy-uh-ruh-GLIF-iks
Definition
Hieroglyphics are symbols or characters used as a writing system, especially the ancient picture writing of Egypt. They can also refer to any writing that uses pictures or symbols instead of regular letters.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪɹoʊˈɡɫɪfɪks
British English
hˌaɪəɹəɡlˈɪfɪks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-roh-GLIH-fiks
UK
hy-uh-ruh-GLIF-iks
Listen in Context
The walls of the tomb were covered in hieroglyphics.
Ancient Egyptians wrote messages using hieroglyphics.
Can you read these hieroglyphics?
To me, his handwriting looks like hieroglyphics.