How to pronounce kobza
Say it like KAHB-zuh. Kobza has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHB).
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US American/ˈkɑbzə/KAHB-zuh
UK British/ˈkɒbzə/KOB-zuh
- KAHB
- zuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kobza pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- zuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of kobza
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOB-zuh.
What does kobza mean?
noun
- A lute-like stringed instrument traditionally made from a single block of wood, with a medium-length neck, originating in Ukrainian folk music.
- Synonym of bandura.
Where does kobza come from?
Doublet of komuz and cobza.
Questions about saying kobza
How do you pronounce kobza?
Say KAHB-zuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑbzə/. In British English it is /ˈkɒbzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kobza?
Kobza has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHB). Broken into parts: KAHB · zuh.
Is kobza 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 /ˈkɒbzə/ (KOB-zuh).