How to pronounce abaca
Say it like AB-uh-kah. Abaca has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB).
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- AB
- uh
- kah
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abaca pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kahGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of abaca
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: AB-uh-kah.
What does abaca mean?
- Musa textilis, a species of banana tree native to the Philippines grown for its textile, rope- and papermaking fiber.
- The fiber of this plant, used in rope, fibers, and cloth.
Where does abaca come from?
From Spanish abacá, from Tagalog abaka.
Questions about saying abaca
How do you pronounce abaca?
Say AB-uh-kah. The American pronunciation is /ˈæbəˌkɑ/. In British English it is /ˈæbəˌkɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abaca?
Abaca has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB). Broken into parts: AB · uh · kah.
Is abaca pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈæbəˌkɑː/ (AB-uh-kah).