nik-uh-DEE-mus
Put the strongest beat on the third syllable.
- Syllable guide
- Nic · o · de · mus
- Read the spelling
- Nicodemus
Try it slowly.
Build toward the strong DEE sound rather than stressing the first syllable.
Say nik-uh-DEE-mus once at a comfortable pace, then bring the syllables together. Read the name or word again when you reach it in the Bible passage.
Nicodemus in context
John introduces Nicodemus as a Pharisee who comes to Jesus at night. He appears again later in the Gospel.
Read John 3:1–2 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Nicodemus in English?
One common English pronunciation is nik-uh-DEE-mus. Emphasize the third syllable.
What is the Bible context for Nicodemus?
John introduces Nicodemus as a Pharisee who comes to Jesus at night. He appears again later in the Gospel.
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.
