Jireh
/xiɾe/from spelling rules
Jireh is a Spanish phrase used as a name derived from a biblical term meaning 'the Lord will provide'.
How do you pronounce it?
/xiɾe/
Did you know?
- While used as a name in Spanish, Jireh is not actually a Spanish word but a phonetic adaptation of 'Jehovah Jireh' from the Hebrew phrase Yahweh Yireh.
- The pronunciation of Jireh in Spanish uses the aspirated 'j' sound, which differs from the English pronunciation of the same biblical term.
- The name is often used in Spanish-speaking Pentecostal and Evangelical circles to personify God's provision, often appearing on song titles and devotional literature.
Examples in context
- ¿Conoce usted a Jireh?Do you know Jireh?
- Sí, conocí a Jireh en la reunión.Yes, I met Jireh at the meeting.
- Oye, ¿has visto a Jireh?Hey, have you seen Jireh?
- Hola, soy Jireh.Hi, I'm Jireh.
- ¿Cómo se pronuncia Jireh?How do you pronounce Jireh?
- El nombre de su bebé es Jireh.The name of her baby is Jireh.
- Me gusta mucho el nombre Jireh.I really like the name Jireh.
- Jireh es un nombre con un significado espiritual.Jireh is a name with a spiritual meaning.
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are discussing names for a new baby.
- Sofía¿Qué te parece el nombre Jireh para un niño?What do you think of the name Jireh for a boy?
- DanielMe parece un nombre muy hermoso, Sofía.I think it is a very beautiful name, Sofía.
- SofíaSí, y tiene un significado muy especial.Yes, and it has a very special meaning.
- DanielTienes razón, es una excelente elección.You are right, it is an excellent choice.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
