How to pronounce parma
Say it like PAR-muh. Parma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- muh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parma pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of parma
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-muh.
What does parma mean?
- A dish cooked in the parmigiana style.“The local pub was offering a chicken parma and a pot of beer for $8.”
Where does parma come from?
From parmigiana.
Words that rhyme with parma
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of parma.
Questions about saying parma
How do you pronounce parma?
Say PAR-muh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrmə/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parma?
Parma has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · muh.
Is parma 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 /ˈpɑːmə/ (PAH-muh).