How to pronounce stela
Say it like STEE-luh. Stela has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STEE).
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- STEE
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stela pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of stela
American and British speakers say stela in essentially the same way: /ˈstilə/ in the US and /ˈstiːlə/ in the UK.
British respelling: STEE-luh.
What does stela mean?
- An obelisk or upright stone pillar, usually as a primitive commemoration or gravestone.
Words that rhyme with stela
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of stela.
Questions about saying stela
How do you pronounce stela?
Say STEE-luh. The American pronunciation is /ˈstilə/. In British English it is /ˈstiːlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stela?
Stela has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STEE). Broken into parts: STEE · luh.
Do Americans and Brits say stela the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈstilə/ and the British form is /ˈstiːlə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.