How to pronounce dahlia
Say it like DAL-yuh. Dahlia has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAL).
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US American/ˈdæljə/DAL-yuh
UK British/ˈdeɪliə/DAY-lee-uh
- DAL
- yuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dahlia pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dahlia
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: DAY-lee-uh.
What does dahlia mean?
noun
- Any plant of the genus Dahlia, tuberous perennial flowering plants native to Mexico.
Where does dahlia come from?
Named 1791 after Anders Dahl, by Spanish botanist Antonio José Cavanilles.
Questions about saying dahlia
How do you pronounce dahlia?
Say DAL-yuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈdæljə/. In British English it is /ˈdeɪliə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dahlia?
Dahlia has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAL). Broken into parts: DAL · yuh.
Is dahlia pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈdeɪliə/ (DAY-lee-uh).