How to pronounce tarka
Say it like TAR-kuh. Tarka has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAR).
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- TAR
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tarka pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of tarka
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TAH-kuh.
What does tarka mean?
- Heated oil or ghee in which spices and onion, etc. are well-stirred and browned.
Words that rhyme with tarka
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tarka.
Questions about saying tarka
How do you pronounce tarka?
Say TAR-kuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɑrkə/. In British English it is /ˈtɑːkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tarka?
Tarka has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAR). Broken into parts: TAR · kuh.
Is tarka pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈtɑːkə/ (TAH-kuh).