How to pronounce algebra
Say it like AL-juh-bruh. Algebra has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- juh
- bruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Algebra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- juhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of algebra
American and British speakers say algebra in essentially the same way: /ˈældʒəbrə/ in the US and /ˈældʒɪbrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: AL-jih-bruh.
What does algebra mean?
- the mathematics of generalized arithmetical operations
Questions about saying algebra
How do you pronounce algebra?
Say AL-juh-bruh. The American pronunciation is /ˈældʒəbrə/. In British English it is /ˈældʒɪbrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in algebra?
Algebra has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · juh · bruh.
Do Americans and Brits say algebra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈældʒəbrə/ and the British form is /ˈældʒɪbrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.