How to Pronounce "jericho"
word
ˈdʒɛɹɪˌkoʊ
JERR-i-koh
ˈdʒɛrɪkəʊ
JERR-i-koh
Definition
Jericho is an ancient city in the Middle East, known as one of the oldest inhabited places in the world. It is famous for its mention in the Bible, especially for the story of its walls falling down.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒɛɹɪˌkoʊ
British English
ˈdʒɛrɪkəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JERR-i-koh
UK
JERR-i-koh
Listen in Context
Jericho is one of the oldest cities in the world.
The story of the walls of Jericho is famous in the Bible.
Many tourists visit Jericho every year.
Have you ever heard the story about how the walls of Jericho came crashing down?