How do you pronounce Yahweh in Hebrew?

Is it forbidden to say Yahweh?

For Jewish people YHWH is the most holy name of God, as written in the ancient Hebrew language. The written language showed no vowels, so the pronunciation is not agreed on. Traditionally, religious Jews today do not often say this name aloud. This is because it is believed to be too holy to be spoken.

What does Yahweh mean literally?

The meaning of the name `Yahweh‘ has been interpreted as “He Who Makes That Which Has Been Made” or “He Brings into Existence Whatever Exists”, though other interpretations have been offered by many scholars.

Is Yahweh God or Jesus?

Yahweh is the principal name in the Old Testament by which God reveals himself and is the most sacred, distinctive and incommunicable name of God.