How to pronounce larb
Say it like LARB. Larb is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- LARB
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Larb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LARBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of larb
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAHB.
What does larb mean?
- A Laotian or Thai spicy salad with ground, chopped, or minced meat and vegetables.
Where does larb come from?
Borrowed from Lao ລາບ (lāp).
Words that rhyme with larb
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Questions about saying larb
How do you pronounce larb?
Say LARB. The American pronunciation is /lɑrb/. In British English it is /lɑːb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in larb?
Larb is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: LARB.
Is larb pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /lɑːb/ (LAHB).