A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Pantheon
Pronounce 'pantheon' with confidence: PAN-thee-on. Learn the stress and common pitfalls.
pantheon
PAN-thee-on
/ˈpæn.θi.ɑn/ · PAN · thee · on
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
It can also refer to a group of highly regarded people in a particular field.
Where the word comes from
From Ancient Greek 'pantheion', meaning 'temple of all the gods'. It's a compound of 'pan-' (all) and 'theos' (god).
Common ways people get it wrong
- PAN-thee-an Some people might swap the 'o' and 'n' sounds, but the correct ending is '-on', like in 'on'.
- pan-THEE-on The stress is on the first syllable, 'PAN', not the second. Think 'PAN-thee-on'.
Frequently asked
How do you say pantheon?
The standard pronunciation is PAN-thee-on. The stress falls on the first syllable.
What is the Pantheon?
The Pantheon is a former Roman temple, now a church, in Rome, Italy. It's famous for its dome and architectural innovation.
Is it pantheon or pantheeon?
The correct spelling is 'pantheon'. The pronunciation is PAN-thee-on, with three distinct syllables.
