How to pronounce lota
Say it like LOH-tuh. Lota has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOH).
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- LOH
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lota 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of lota
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: LOH-tuh.
What does lota mean?
- A spherical pot, specifically a water pot used for washing and ablution, typically made of brass.
- A person who switches loyalties, especially from one political party to another, engaging in lotacracy.
Where does lota come from?
(person who switches loyalties): From the fact that the lota pot has a tendency to fall over and roll around, as it is not stable sitting on its base.
Words that rhyme with lota
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lota.
Questions about saying lota
How do you pronounce lota?
Say LOH-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈloʊtə/. In British English it is /ˈləʊtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lota?
Lota has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOH). Broken into parts: LOH · tuh.
Is lota 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 /ˈləʊtə/ (LOH-tuh).