Put the strongest beat on the first syllable.
- Syllable guide
- Josh · u · a
- Read the spelling
- Joshua
Some speakers compress the ending and say JOSH-wuh.
Try it slowly.
Try three clear beats when learning the name, then join them naturally.
Say JOSH-oo-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.
Joshua in context
Joshua succeeds Moses as Israel’s leader. The opening of the Book of Joshua describes his commission.
Read Joshua 1:1–9 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Joshua in English?
One common English pronunciation is JOSH-oo-uh. Emphasize the first syllable. Some speakers compress the ending and say JOSH-wuh.
What is the Bible context for Joshua?
Joshua succeeds Moses as Israel’s leader. The opening of the Book of Joshua describes his commission.
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.
