To pronounce Jochebed, break it down into syllables: “jo” as in “job,” “che” as in “check,” and “bed” as in “bed.” Emphasize the first syllable, “jo,” and pronounce the “e” in “che” with a short “e” sound as in “check.” The final syllable, “bed,” is pronounced with a short “e” as well. The complete pronunciation is “JOH-cheh-bed.”
