How to pronounce mota
Say it like MOH-tuh. Mota has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH).
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- MOH
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mota pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOHSay 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 mota
- 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: MOH-tuh.
What does mota mean?
- Alternative form of mootah.
Words that rhyme with mota
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of mota.
Questions about saying mota
How do you pronounce mota?
Say MOH-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈmoʊtə/. In British English it is /ˈməʊtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mota?
Mota has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH). Broken into parts: MOH · tuh.
Is mota 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 /ˈməʊtə/ (MOH-tuh).