What is another word for Masorete?
Pronunciation: [mˈasɔːɹˌiːt] (IPA) 
Masorete is a term that refers to a group of Jewish scholars who were responsible for meticulously documenting and preserving the correct pronunciation and intonation of Hebrew scriptures. It is an archaic term in modern language and is seldom used. Synonyms for Masorete could include Hebrew scholars, scribes, or text preservers. Jewish textists and scholars could also be used as it captures the essence of the profession in preserving the authenticity and reliability of Jewish texts. The term "scribe" may also suffice since it equally describes the profession of recording ancient texts and plays an important role in Bible studies even to date.
