Pronunciation: [ɪmˈanjuːə͡l] (IPA) 
Emmanuel can be spelled as [ɪˈmænjuːl] in IPA phonetic transcription. In this transcription, the "e" in "Emmanuel" is pronounced as [ɪ], the "a" as [æ], and the "u" as [uː]. The emphasis is placed on the second syllable, as indicated by the acute accent on the letter "é" in the original French spelling. The spelling of Emmanuel in English is influenced by the French original, which has a complex history of linguistic development.
Emmanuel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name עִמְמָנוּאֵל (Immanu'el), which translates to "God is with us" in English. The name is composed of two Hebrew words: "immanu," meaning "with us," and "el," meaning "God."
In religious contexts, Emmanuel is referenced as a significant name in various traditions, particularly in Christianity. It is often associated with the prophecy in the Book of Isaiah in the Old Testament, which states, "Behold, a virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." This prophecy is regarded as foreshadowing the birth of Jesus, as the New Testament refers to Jesus as "Emmanuel," emphasizing the belief that he is the incarnation of God.
Apart from its religious connotations, the name Emmanuel has also been used widely as a given name in many cultures. It gained popularity as a first name in various countries, including France, Spain, and Latin America. Emmanuel is often seen as a powerful and meaningful name, carrying sentiments of divine presence and protection. It is often chosen to denote a child who is cherished and blessed with the presence of God or as a way to acknowledge the importance of spirituality in one's life.
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The word "Emmanuel" is of Hebrew origin and can be traced back to the Old Testament of the Bible. It is a combination of two Hebrew words: "Immanu", meaning "with us", and "El", meaning "God". In the Bible, specifically in the book of Isaiah, the prophet Isaiah foretells the coming of a child who will be called "Immanuel" as a sign of hope and salvation. The Christian tradition later interpreted this prophecy to refer to Jesus Christ, considering him to be the fulfillment of this divine promise. As a result, "Emmanuel" became associated with the Messiah in Christianity.
