How to pronounce loca
Say it like LOH-kuh. Loca has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOH).
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- LOH
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Loca pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of loca
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: LOH-kuh.
What does loca mean?
- plural of locum
Words that rhyme with loca
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of loca.
Questions about saying loca
How do you pronounce loca?
Say LOH-kuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈloʊkə/. In British English it is /ˈləʊkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in loca?
Loca has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOH). Broken into parts: LOH · kuh.
Is loca pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈləʊkə/ (LOH-kuh).