How to pronounce corpora
Say it like KOR-puh-ruh. Corpora has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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- KOR
- puh
- ruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corpora pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of corpora
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-puh-ruh.
What does corpora mean?
- plural of corpus How to pronounce corpus
Questions about saying corpora
How do you pronounce corpora?
Say KOR-puh-ruh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrpərə/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːpərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in corpora?
Corpora has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · puh · ruh.
Is corpora pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɔːpərə/ (KAW-puh-ruh).