SAK-ruh-fys
Put the strongest beat on the first syllable.
- Syllable guide
- sac · ri · fice
- Read the spelling
- Sacrifice
Try it slowly.
The ending rhymes with ice, not with fleece.
Say SAK-ruh-fys once at a comfortable pace, then bring the syllables together. Read the name or word again when you reach it in the Bible passage.
Sacrifice in context
A sacrifice is an offering. The Bible describes different kinds of offerings, and Hebrews discusses sacrifice in relation to Jesus.
Read Hebrews 10:12 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Sacrifice in English?
One common English pronunciation is SAK-ruh-fys. Emphasize the first syllable.
What is the Bible context for Sacrifice?
A sacrifice is an offering. The Bible describes different kinds of offerings, and Hebrews discusses sacrifice in relation to Jesus.
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.
