How to Pronounce "aramaic"
word
ˌɑɹɑˈmɛjɪk
ahr-uh-MAY-ik
ˌærəˈmeɪɪk
ARR-uh-MAY-ik
Definition
Aramaic is an ancient Semitic language that was widely spoken in the Middle East, particularly from about 1200 BCE to 700 CE. It was used in parts of the Bible and is still spoken by small communities today.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɑɹɑˈmɛjɪk
British English
ˌærəˈmeɪɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ahr-uh-MAY-ik
UK
ARR-uh-MAY-ik
Listen in Context
Aramaic was spoken by ancient people in the Middle East.
Some parts of the Bible are written in Aramaic.
A few people still speak Aramaic today.
Jesus is believed to have spoken Aramaic as his primary language.