How to Pronounce "patriarch"
word
ˈpeɪtɹiˌɑɹk
PAY-tree-ark
pˈætɹɪˌɑːk
PAT-ree-aak
Definition
A patriarch is a man who is the head of a family, group, or tribe, usually respected for being older and wise. It can also refer to certain religious leaders.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪtɹiˌɑɹk
British English
pˈætɹɪˌɑːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY-tree-ark
UK
PAT-ree-aak
Listen in Context
The oldest man in the family became the patriarch.
In many tribes, the patriarch leads the group.
Jacob was a famous patriarch in the Bible.
My grandfather is the patriarch of our whole extended family.