EK-suh-dus
Put the strongest beat on the first syllable.
- Syllable guide
- Ex · o · dus
- Read the spelling
- Exodus
Try it slowly.
Read the opening x as ks. Do not add a separate extra syllable.
Say EK-suh-dus once at a comfortable pace, then bring the syllables together. Read the name or word again when you reach it in the Bible passage.
Exodus in context
Exodus names the second book of the Bible and refers to a departure. The book tells of Israel leaving Egypt and of events that follow.
Read Exodus 12:41 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Exodus in English?
One common English pronunciation is EK-suh-dus. Emphasize the first syllable.
What is the Bible context for Exodus?
Exodus names the second book of the Bible and refers to a departure. The book tells of Israel leaving Egypt and of events that follow.
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.
