dih-SYE-puhl
Put the strongest beat on the middle syllable.
- Syllable guide
- dis · ci · ple
- Read the spelling
- Disciple
Try it slowly.
The middle vowel sounds like eye. Keep the final syllable soft.
Say dih-SYE-puhl once at a comfortable pace, then bring the syllables together. Read the name or word again when you reach it in the Bible passage.
Disciple in context
A disciple is a learner or follower. In the Gospels, Jesus calls people to follow him and learn from his teaching and example.
Read Matthew 4:19 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Disciple in English?
One common English pronunciation is dih-SYE-puhl. Emphasize the middle syllable.
What is the Bible context for Disciple?
A disciple is a learner or follower. In the Gospels, Jesus calls people to follow him and learn from his teaching and example.
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.
