How to pronounce keema
Say it like KEE-muh. Keema has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE).
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- KEE
- muh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Keema pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of keema
American and British speakers say keema in essentially the same way: /ˈkimə/ in the US and /ˈkiːmə/ in the UK.
British respelling: KEE-muh.
What does keema mean?
- Finely chopped mince as used in South Asia cookery, typically lamb with peas or potatoes and spices, sometimes used as a filling in samosas or naan.
Words that rhyme with keema
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of keema.
Questions about saying keema
How do you pronounce keema?
Say KEE-muh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkimə/. In British English it is /ˈkiːmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in keema?
Keema has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEE). Broken into parts: KEE · muh.
Do Americans and Brits say keema the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkimə/ and the British form is /ˈkiːmə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.