How to pronounce amma
Say it like UHM-uh. Amma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHM).
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- UHM
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Amma pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of amma
American and British speakers say amma in essentially the same way: /ˈʌmə/ in the US and /ˈʌmə/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHM-uh.
What does amma mean?
- mother
Questions about saying amma
How do you pronounce amma?
Say UHM-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌmə/. In British English it is /ˈʌmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in amma?
Amma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHM). Broken into parts: UHM · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say amma the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌmə/ and the British form is /ˈʌmə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.