NOH-uh
Put the strongest beat on the first syllable.
- Syllable guide
- No · ah
- Read the spelling
- Noah
Try it slowly.
Give both syllables room: noh, then a light uh.
Say NOH-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.
Noah in context
Genesis describes Noah building an ark in obedience to God. His family and animals enter it before the flood.
Read Genesis 6:13–22 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Noah in English?
One common English pronunciation is NOH-uh. Emphasize the first syllable.
What is the Bible context for Noah?
Genesis describes Noah building an ark in obedience to God. His family and animals enter it before the flood.
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.
