How to pronounce balata
Say it like BAL-uh-tuh. Balata has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAL).
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- BAL
- uh
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Balata pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BALSay 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of balata
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: BAL-uh-tuh.
What does balata mean?
- Manilkara bidentata, a large South American tree that yields latex and edible yellow berries.
- The latex obtained from this tree.
Where does balata come from?
Borrowed from Spanish balatá.
Questions about saying balata
How do you pronounce balata?
Say BAL-uh-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈbælətə/. In British English it is /ˈbælətə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in balata?
Balata has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAL). Broken into parts: BAL · uh · tuh.
Is balata pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈbælətə/ (BAL-uh-tuh).