How to Pronounce Genizah

To pronounce "genizah", say GEN-iz-ah — 3 syllables, IPA /ɡɛˈniːzə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ɡɛˈniːzə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “genizah”

"genizah" has 3 syllables: gen-iz-ah.

What does genizah mean?

noun

  1. A depository where sacred Hebrew books or other sacred items that by Jewish law cannot be disposed of are kept before they can be properly buried in a cemetery.

    “The Cairo Genizah was discovered in 1896.”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "genizah"?▾

"Genizah" has 3 syllables: gen · iz · ah.

What is the IPA transcription of "genizah"?▾

The IPA transcription of "genizah" is /ɡɛˈniːzə/.

What does "genizah" mean?▾

Genizah: A depository where sacred Hebrew books or other sacred items that by Jewish law cannot be disposed of are kept before they can be properly buried in a cemetery.

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