How to pronounce poppa
Say it like POP-uh. Poppa has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (POP).
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- POP
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Poppa pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- POPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of poppa
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: POP-uh.
What does poppa mean?
- father, papa.
Where does poppa come from?
Alteration of papa.
Words that rhyme with poppa
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of poppa.
Questions about saying poppa
How do you pronounce poppa?
Say POP-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑpə/. In British English it is /ˈpɒpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in poppa?
Poppa has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (POP). Broken into parts: POP · uh.
Is poppa pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈpɒpə/ (POP-uh).