How to Pronounce "sofer"
word
ˈsoʊfɝ
SOH-fer
ˈsəʊfə
SOH-fuh
Definition
A sofer is a Jewish scribe who is specially trained to write religious texts such as Torah scrolls, tefillin, and mezuzahs by hand.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsoʊfɝ
British English
ˈsəʊfə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SOH-fer
UK
SOH-fuh
Listen in Context
A sofer must study for many years before writing a Torah scroll.
The synagogue ordered a new mezuzah from a sofer.
A qualified sofer knows the special rules for Hebrew letters.
It takes incredible patience to become a professional sofer.