How to Pronounce "joshua"
word
/ˈdʒɑˌʃuə/
JAH-shoo-uh
/ˈdʒɒʃʊə/
JO-shuu-uh
Definition
Joshua is a common male given name, originally from the Hebrew language. It is also used to refer to a leader in the Bible who took over from Moses.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdʒɑˌʃuə/
British English
/ˈdʒɒʃʊə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JAH-shoo-uh
UK
JO-shuu-uh
Listen in Context
Joshua is my friend from school.
Joshua likes to play soccer.
The teacher called on Joshua to answer the question.
Everyone calls him 'Josh', but his full name is Joshua.