How to pronounce esca
Say it like ES-kuh. Esca has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ES).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɛskə/ES-kuh
UK British/ˈɛskə/ES-kuh
- ES
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Esca pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of esca
American and British speakers say esca in essentially the same way: /ˈɛskə/ in the US and /ˈɛskə/ in the UK.
British respelling: ES-kuh.
What does esca mean?
noun
- The fleshy growth from an anglerfish's head that acts as a lure for its prey.
- A fungal disease afflicting grapes.
Where does esca come from?
From Latin ēsca (“bait”).
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying esca
How do you pronounce esca?
Say ES-kuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛskə/. In British English it is /ˈɛskə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in esca?
Esca has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ES). Broken into parts: ES · kuh.
Do Americans and Brits say esca the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛskə/ and the British form is /ˈɛskə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.