How to pronounce kora
Say it like KOH-ruh. Kora has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH).
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- KOH
- ruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kora pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of kora
American and British speakers say kora in essentially the same way: /ˈkoʊrə/ in the US and /ˈkɔːrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAW-ruh.
What does kora mean?
- A type of harp or lute played in West Africa.
Where does kora come from?
Borrowed from Bambara kɔ́ra.
Questions about saying kora
How do you pronounce kora?
Say KOH-ruh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkoʊrə/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kora?
Kora has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH). Broken into parts: KOH · ruh.
Do Americans and Brits say kora the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkoʊrə/ and the British form is /ˈkɔːrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.