How to pronounce kalis
Say it like KAL-is. Kalis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAL).
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- KAL
- is
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kalis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- isKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of kalis
American and British speakers say kalis in essentially the same way: /ˈkælɪs/ in the US and /ˈkælɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAL-is.
What does kalis mean?
- A Filipino sword akin to the kris.
Where does kalis come from?
Borrowed from Tagalog kalis, from Malay keris, from Old Javanese kĕris, kris Doublet of kris.
Words that rhyme with kalis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kalis.
Questions about saying kalis
How do you pronounce kalis?
Say KAL-is. The American pronunciation is /ˈkælɪs/. In British English it is /ˈkælɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kalis?
Kalis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAL). Broken into parts: KAL · is.
Do Americans and Brits say kalis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkælɪs/ and the British form is /ˈkælɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.