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