How to pronounce caltha
Say it like KAL-thuh. Caltha has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAL).
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- KAL
- thuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caltha pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- thuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of caltha
American and British speakers say caltha in essentially the same way: /ˈkælðə/ in the US and /ˈkælðə/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAL-thuh.
What does caltha mean?
- A plant of the genus Caltha; a marsh marigold.
Where does caltha come from?
From the genus name (Latin caltha).
Questions about saying caltha
How do you pronounce caltha?
Say KAL-thuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkælðə/. In British English it is /ˈkælðə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caltha?
Caltha has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAL). Broken into parts: KAL · thuh.
Do Americans and Brits say caltha the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkælðə/ and the British form is /ˈkælðə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.