How to pronounce vela
Say it like VEE-luh. Vela has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VEE).
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- VEE
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vela pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VEESay 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 vela
American and British speakers say vela in essentially the same way: /ˈvilə/ in the US and /ˈviːlə/ in the UK.
British respelling: VEE-luh.
What does vela mean?
- plural of velum How to pronounce velum
Words that rhyme with vela
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vela.
Questions about saying vela
How do you pronounce vela?
Say VEE-luh. The American pronunciation is /ˈvilə/. In British English it is /ˈviːlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vela?
Vela has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VEE). Broken into parts: VEE · luh.
Do Americans and Brits say vela the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvilə/ and the British form is /ˈviːlə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.