How to Pronounce "ephraim"
word
EE-frum
EE-fray-im
Definition
Ephraim is a male name of Hebrew origin, used in the Bible as the name of one of Joseph's sons and also as the name of a tribe of Israel.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈifɹəm
British English
ˈiːfreɪ.ɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EE-frum
UK
EE-fray-im
Listen in Context
Ephraim was the second son of Joseph in the Bible.
There was a tribe of Ephraim in ancient Israel.
His name is Ephraim.
Many parents choose Ephraim because of its strong biblical meaning.