How to Pronounce "hallelujah"
word
ha-luh-LOO-yuh
ha-li-LOO-yuh
Definition
An exclamation used to praise God or express great joy and relief. It is also the name of a famous religious word used in songs, prayers, and worship.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌhæɫəˈɫujə/
British English
/hˌælɪlˈuːjɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ha-luh-LOO-yuh
UK
ha-li-LOO-yuh
Listen in Context
When the rain stopped, Dad said, 'Hallelujah!'
The choir sang hallelujah at the end of the song.
She whispered 'Hallelujah' when she found her keys.
Hallelujah, the internet is finally working again.