How to pronounce holla
Say it like HAH-luh. Holla has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAH).
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- HAH
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Holla pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of holla
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: HOL-uh.
What does holla mean?
- Alternative form of hollo.
- Alternative form of hollo.
- To shout out or greet casually.
Words that rhyme with holla
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of holla.
Questions about saying holla
How do you pronounce holla?
Say HAH-luh. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɑlə/. In British English it is /ˈhɒlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in holla?
Holla has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAH). Broken into parts: HAH · luh.
Is holla pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈhɒlə/ (HOL-uh).