How to pronounce sacra
Say it like SAK-ruh. Sacra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAK).
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- SAK
- ruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sacra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sacra
American and British speakers say sacra in essentially the same way: /ˈsækrə/ in the US and /ˈsækrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: SAK-ruh.
What does sacra mean?
Questions about saying sacra
How do you pronounce sacra?
Say SAK-ruh. The American pronunciation is /ˈsækrə/. In British English it is /ˈsækrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sacra?
Sacra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAK). Broken into parts: SAK · ruh.
Do Americans and Brits say sacra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsækrə/ and the British form is /ˈsækrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.