The word "Bethrapha" is spelled as [bɛθræfə] in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced as "beth" with a short "e" sound, followed by "ra" with a flat "a" sound. The last syllable is pronounced as "fuh" with a short "u" sound, followed by a schwa sound for the last "a". The double "p" in "Bethrapha" indicates that the "f" sound needs to be released with a brief stop of air. This word is often used as a place name in the Bible.