How to Pronounce "raphael"
word
/ˈɹeɪfiəɫ/, /ˌɹɑfˈjɛɫ/, /ˌɹɑfaɪˈɛɫ/
RAY-fee-uhl, rahf-YEL, rah-fy-EL
/ˈræfaɪ.əl/
RAF-eye-uhl
Definition
Raphael is a male given name, often associated with the famous Italian Renaissance painter and architect. It can also refer to the archangel Raphael in religious texts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹeɪfiəɫ/, /ˌɹɑfˈjɛɫ/, /ˌɹɑfaɪˈɛɫ/
British English
/ˈræfaɪ.əl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAY-fee-uhl, rahf-YEL, rah-fy-EL
UK
RAF-eye-uhl
Listen in Context
Raphael was a famous painter during the Renaissance.
I have a friend named Raphael.
Many people admire the art of Raphael.
Did you know Raphael finished his famous painting when he was only 25?