How to pronounce riba
Say it like REE-buh. Riba has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- buh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Riba pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- buhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of riba
American and British speakers say riba in essentially the same way: /ˈribə/ in the US and /ˈriːbə/ in the UK.
British respelling: REE-buh.
What does riba mean?
- interest or usury, which is haram (sinful) according to sharia law.
Words that rhyme with riba
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of riba.
Questions about saying riba
How do you pronounce riba?
Say REE-buh. The American pronunciation is /ˈribə/. In British English it is /ˈriːbə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in riba?
Riba has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · buh.
Do Americans and Brits say riba the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈribə/ and the British form is /ˈriːbə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.