How to pronounce holan
Say it like HOH-lun. Holan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOH).
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- HOH
- lun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Holan pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- lunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of holan
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: HOH-lun.
What does holan mean?
- Alternative form of hor lan.
Words that rhyme with holan
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of holan.
Questions about saying holan
How do you pronounce holan?
Say HOH-lun. The American pronunciation is /ˈhoʊlən/. In British English it is /ˈhəʊlən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in holan?
Holan has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOH). Broken into parts: HOH · lun.
Is holan pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈhəʊlən/ (HOH-lun).