How to Pronounce "hieroglyphs"
word
ˌhaɪɹoʊˈɡɫɪfs
HY-roh-GLIFS
hˈaɪəɹəɡlˌɪfz
HY-uh-ruh-GLIFS
Definition
Hieroglyphs are symbols or pictures that were used as a writing system, especially in ancient Egypt, where each symbol often represented a word or sound.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪɹoʊˈɡɫɪfs
British English
hˈaɪəɹəɡlˌɪfz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HY-roh-GLIFS
UK
HY-uh-ruh-GLIFS
Listen in Context
Ancient Egyptians used hieroglyphs to write on walls.
Many hieroglyphs look like animals or people.
It took years to understand Egyptian hieroglyphs.
Can you believe how detailed those hieroglyphs are on the temple walls?