World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesJoshua
/ˈdʒɒʃ.u.ə/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A male given name of Hebrew origin.
"Joshua is a popular name among many Christian families." - 2
A biblical figure who succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites.
"In the Bible, Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The name 'Joshua' is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name 'Yehoshua', meaning 'Yahweh is salvation'. It has been used since biblical times and gained popularity in English-speaking countries through religious texts.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Joshua"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Joshua" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Josué
Transliteration: zho-zyu
"Josué a conduit les Israélites dans la Terre Promise."
Josua
Transliteration: yo-zoo-ah
"Josua führte die Israeliten ins Gelobte Land."
Giosuè
Transliteration: jo-soo-eh
"Giosuè guidò gli Israeliti nella Terra Promessa."
Josué
Transliteration: ho-sweh
"Josué llevó a los israelitas a la Tierra Prometida."
Josué
Transliteration: zho-zoo-eh
"Josué conduziu os israelitas à Terra Prometida."
यहोशू
Transliteration: Yehoshua
"यहोशू ने इस्राएलियों को वादा की भूमि में प्रवेश कराया।"
约书亚
Transliteration: Yuēshūyà
"约书亚带领以色列人进入应许之地。"
여호수아
Transliteration: Yeohosua
"여호수아는 이스라엘 백성을 약속의 땅으로 인도했습니다."
ヨシュア
Transliteration: Yoshua
"ヨシュアはイスラエルの民を約束の地に導きました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Joshua"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.