How to Pronounce "jehoshaphat"
word
dʒəˈhoʊʃəˌfæt
juh-HOH-shuh-fat
dʒəˈhɒʃəˌfæt
juh-HOSH-uh-fat
Definition
Jehoshaphat is a male given name from the Hebrew Bible; he was a king of Judah known for his religious reforms and alliance with other kingdoms.
IPA Transcription
American English
dʒəˈhoʊʃəˌfæt
British English
dʒəˈhɒʃəˌfæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
juh-HOH-shuh-fat
UK
juh-HOSH-uh-fat
Listen in Context
Jehoshaphat was a king in the Bible.
The story of Jehoshaphat is found in the Old Testament.
Jehoshaphat is known for making reforms in Judah.
People sometimes say 'Jumpin' Jehoshaphat!' when they're surprised.