How to pronounce poa
Say it like POH-uh. Poa has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (POH).
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- POH
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Poa pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- POHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of poa
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: POH-uh.
What does poa mean?
- Any grass of the genus Poa, especially Poa annua.
Words that rhyme with poa
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of poa.
Questions about saying poa
How do you pronounce poa?
Say POH-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpoʊə/. In British English it is /ˈpəʊə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in poa?
Poa has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (POH). Broken into parts: POH · uh.
Is poa 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 /ˈpəʊə/ (POH-uh).