Pronunciation Guide: Esau

How to Pronounce Esau

Esau’s name (עֵשָׂו) is pronounced with a short “a” sound, like “ah.” The emphasis in English falls on the first syllable, so it sounds like “AY-saw.” In Hebrew, the stress is on the last syllable, making it sound like “e-SHAW.” The Latin name for Esau is “Esau,” pronounced “eh-SAH-oo.”


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