How to Pronounce Beth

To pronounce "beth", say BETH — one syllable, IPA /bɛt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/bɛt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “beth”

"beth" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with death and shibboleth, if that helps it stick.

What does beth mean?

noun

  1. The second letter of the Aramaic alphabet, 𐡁
  2. The second letter of the Hebrew alphabet, ב

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Words that rhyme with beth

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deathshibbolethbreathmethmegadeath

Related words

annebeitgirlelpuihousedomicileabode

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beth"?▾

"Beth" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "beth"?▾

The IPA transcription of "beth" is /bɛt/.

What does "beth" mean?▾

Beth: The second letter of the Aramaic alphabet, 𐡁

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