How Do You Spell HALLELUIA?

Pronunciation: [hˌalɪljˈuːi͡ə] (IPA)

The word "hallelujah" is often spelled incorrectly, with variations such as "hallelujia" or "halleluia". The correct spelling is "hallelujah" (/ˌhæləˈluːjə/), which is derived from the Hebrew term הַלְלוּ יָהּ‎ (halleluyah), meaning "praise Yah". The word is commonly used in religious contexts, particularly in Christian and Jewish worship. The phonetic transcription of the word shows that it has four syllables and the stress falls on the second syllable (/lu/).

HALLELUIA Meaning and Definition

1. Hallelujah is a religious term derived from the Hebrew language, specifically from the words "hallelu" and "yah." It is commonly used in both Jewish and Christian traditions as an exclamation of praise or gratitude towards God.

   The term "hallelu" comes from the Hebrew root word "halal," which means "to praise, glorify, or shine." When combined with "yah," which is a shortened form of the divine name of God, it forms "hallelujah," meaning "praise Yah" or "praise be to God."

   Hallelujah is often expressed through singing or speaking it as a joyful proclamation, expressing deep gratitude, or as a spiritual response to experiencing God's blessings or divine intervention. It is commonly found in religious ceremonies, worship services, songs, or hymns.

   The term has been widely used in various religious texts, notably in the book of Psalms in the Bible, where it is frequently used to denote a hymn or song of praise. It signifies an emotional and spiritual response to recognizing God's greatness, love, and faithfulness.

   In popular culture, "hallelujah" has gained recognition through songs, literature, and other forms of art, often encompassing a sense of triumph, celebration, or acknowledging a higher power. It remains a powerful expression and a symbol of worship for believers worldwide.

Common Misspellings for HALLELUIA

• hallaluya
• hallelujah
• alleluia
• haleluiah
• hallelui
• galleluia
• balleluia
• nalleluia
• jalleluia
• ualleluia
• yalleluia
• hzlleluia
• hslleluia
• hwlleluia
• hqlleluia
• hakleluia
• hapleluia
• haoleluia
• halkeluia
• halpeluia

Etymology of HALLELUIA

The word "halleluia" comes from the Hebrew phrase "hāləlū yāh", which means "praise Yah (Yahweh)". "Hāləlū" is a plural imperative form of the word "hallel", meaning "praise", and "yāh" is a shortened form of "Yahweh", the Hebrew name for God. The word "halleluia" has been adopted into various languages, including English, and is often used as an expression of joy or praise in religious contexts.

Similar spelling words for HALLELUIA

• hallel,
• Halliwell.