How to pronounce chela
Say it like KEE-luh. Chela has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE).
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- KEE
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chela pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of chela
American and British speakers say chela in essentially the same way: /ˈkilə/ in the US and /ˈkiːlə/ in the UK.
British respelling: KEE-luh.
What does chela mean?
- A pincer-like claw of a crustacean or arachnid.
- A pupil or disciple, especially in Hinduism.
Words that rhyme with chela
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of chela.
Questions about saying chela
How do you pronounce chela?
Say KEE-luh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkilə/. In British English it is /ˈkiːlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chela?
Chela has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE). Broken into parts: KEE · luh.
Do Americans and Brits say chela the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkilə/ and the British form is /ˈkiːlə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.