How to pronounce kula
Say it like KOO-luh. Kula has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOO).
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- KOO
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kula pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of kula
American and British speakers say kula in essentially the same way: /ˈkulə/ in the US and /ˈkuːlə/ in the UK.
British respelling: KOO-luh.
What does kula mean?
- A tower, turret or steeple in Southeastern Europe erected during the period of Ottoman domination on the area.
- A ceremonial exchange system conducted in the Milne Bay Province of Papua New Guinea, involving the exchange of bracelets and necklaces, and linked to political authority.
Words that rhyme with kula
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kula.
Questions about saying kula
How do you pronounce kula?
Say KOO-luh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkulə/. In British English it is /ˈkuːlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kula?
Kula has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOO). Broken into parts: KOO · luh.
Do Americans and Brits say kula the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkulə/ and the British form is /ˈkuːlə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.