How to Pronounce "menorah"
word
məˈnɔɹə
muh-NOR-uh
mˈɛnɔːɹɐ
meh-NAW-ruh
Definition
A menorah is a special candleholder with seven or nine branches used in Jewish traditions, especially during Hanukkah.
IPA Transcription
American English
məˈnɔɹə
British English
mˈɛnɔːɹɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-NOR-uh
UK
meh-NAW-ruh
Listen in Context
The menorah has nine candles for Hanukkah.
We light the menorah every night during the holiday.
A traditional menorah has seven branches.
My grandmother gave me her silver menorah as a family heirloom.