How to Pronounce "hieroglyphic"
word
ˌhaɪɹoʊˈɡɫɪfɪk
hy-roh-GLIF-ik
hˌaɪəɹəɡlˈɪfɪk
hy-uh-ruh-GLIF-ik
Definition
A hieroglyphic is a picture or symbol used in a writing system, especially in ancient Egypt, where each symbol represents a word or sound.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪɹoʊˈɡɫɪfɪk
British English
hˌaɪəɹəɡlˈɪfɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-roh-GLIF-ik
UK
hy-uh-ruh-GLIF-ik
Listen in Context
The ancient Egyptians wrote in hieroglyphic script.
I saw a hieroglyphic on the wall at the museum.
Can you read this hieroglyphic symbol?
The meaning of that hieroglyphic has puzzled scientists for years.