How to Pronounce "hierarch"
word
ˈhaɪəˌɹɑːrk
HY-uh-rark
ˈhaɪərɑːk
HY-uh-rahk
Definition
A hierarch is a person who holds a high-ranking position within a hierarchy, such as a religious or organizational leader.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhaɪəˌɹɑːrk
British English
ˈhaɪərɑːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HY-uh-rark
UK
HY-uh-rahk
Listen in Context
The church hierarch made an important announcement.
A hierarch usually leads many people.
The hierarch gave his blessing to the ceremony.
It's rare to meet a hierarch outside official events.