How to Pronounce Phineas
Phineas / FIHNEEUHS /
The name Phineas is a Male name of Swahili origin meaning "The Nubian". It is pronounced FIHNEEUHS.
Swahili Male
Meaning & Origin
Phineas is a Swahili name meaning "The Nubian". Likely Hebrew or Egyptian origin. Possibly from the Hebrew Pinchas, of uncertain meaning, or from the Egyptian Pa-nehasi, meaning 'the Nubian'.
Quick Facts
Language Swahili
Gender Male
Phonetic FIHNEEUHS
IPA ˈfɪniəs
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as FIHNEEUHS. Keep the original Swahili phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Phineas?
- Phineas is pronounced FIHNEEUHS.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Phineas?
- The correct pronunciation of Phineas is FIHNEEUHS (IPA: ˈfɪniəs).
- Is Phineas a Swahili name?
- Yes, Phineas is a Swahili name meaning "The Nubian".
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