How to pronounce dana
Say it like DAY-nuh. Dana has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAY).
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- DAY
- nuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dana pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dana
American and British speakers say dana in essentially the same way: /ˈdeɪnə/ in the US and /ˈdɑːnə/ in the UK.
British respelling: DAH-nuh.
What does dana mean?
- The virtue of generosity or giving, a form of alms, in Indian philosophy.
Questions about saying dana
How do you pronounce dana?
Say DAY-nuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈdeɪnə/. In British English it is /ˈdɑːnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dana?
Dana has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAY). Broken into parts: DAY · nuh.
Do Americans and Brits say dana the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdeɪnə/ and the British form is /ˈdɑːnə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.