How to pronounce alef
Say it like AH-lef. Alef has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AH).
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US American/ˈɑlɛf/AH-lef
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- AH
- lef
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alef pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- lefKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
What does alef mean?
noun
- Alternative form of aleph.
Questions about saying alef
How do you pronounce alef?
Say AH-lef. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑlɛf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alef?
Alef has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AH). Broken into parts: AH · lef.