bih-NYE-uh
Put the strongest beat on the middle syllable.
- Syllable guide
- Be · nai · ah
- Read the spelling
- Benaiah
Try it slowly.
The stressed middle syllable rhymes with eye.
Say bih-NYE-uh once at a comfortable pace, then bring the syllables together. Read the name or word again when you reach it in the Bible passage.
Benaiah in context
Benaiah, son of Jehoiada, is named among David’s notable warriors. Second Samuel describes several of his deeds.
Read 2 Samuel 23:20–23 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Benaiah in English?
One common English pronunciation is bih-NYE-uh. Emphasize the middle syllable.
What is the Bible context for Benaiah?
Benaiah, son of Jehoiada, is named among David’s notable warriors. Second Samuel describes several of his deeds.
Does this guide describe the original ancient pronunciation?
This is an English reading aid. It is not a reconstruction of ancient Hebrew, Aramaic or Greek. English accents and church traditions can differ.
