How to pronounce lola
Say it like LOH-luh. Lola has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOH).
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- LOH
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lola 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.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lola
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: LOH-luh.
What does lola mean?
- a grandmother
Where does lola come from?
Borrowed from Tagalog lola.
Words that rhyme with lola
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lola.
Questions about saying lola
How do you pronounce lola?
Say LOH-luh. The American pronunciation is /ˈloʊlə/. In British English it is /ˈləʊlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lola?
Lola has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOH). Broken into parts: LOH · luh.
Is lola 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 /ˈləʊlə/ (LOH-luh).