HUL-duh
Put the strongest beat on the first syllable.
- Syllable guide
- Hul · dah
- Read the spelling
- Huldah
Try it slowly.
The first vowel sounds like the one in hull; the final h is not a separate sound.
Say HUL-duh once at a comfortable pace, then bring the syllables together. Read the name or word again when you reach it in the Bible passage.
Huldah in context
Huldah is a prophetess consulted during King Josiah’s reign after the Book of the Law is found.
Read 2 Kings 22:14–20 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Huldah in English?
One common English pronunciation is HUL-duh. Emphasize the first syllable.
What is the Bible context for Huldah?
Huldah is a prophetess consulted during King Josiah’s reign after the Book of the Law is found.
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.
