MAIR-ee
Put the strongest beat on the first syllable.
- Syllable guide
- Ma · ry
- Read the spelling
- Mary
Try it slowly.
The first syllable rhymes with hair in this common English reading.
Say MAIR-ee once at a comfortable pace, then bring the syllables together. Read the name or word again when you reach it in the Bible passage.
Mary in context
This guide concerns Mary, the mother of Jesus. Luke describes Gabriel’s announcement to her and her response.
Read Luke 1:30–38 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Mary in English?
One common English pronunciation is MAIR-ee. Emphasize the first syllable.
What is the Bible context for Mary?
This guide concerns Mary, the mother of Jesus. Luke describes Gabriel’s announcement to her and her response.
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.
