How to pronounce zelkova
Say it like ZEL-kuh-vuh. Zelkova has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZEL).
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- ZEL
- kuh
- vuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zelkova pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- vuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of zelkova
American and British speakers say zelkova in essentially the same way: /ˈzɛlkəvə/ in the US and /ˈzɛlkəvə/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZEL-kuh-vuh.
What does zelkova mean?
- A kind of tree in the elm family (genus Zelkova).
Questions about saying zelkova
How do you pronounce zelkova?
Say ZEL-kuh-vuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɛlkəvə/. In British English it is /ˈzɛlkəvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zelkova?
Zelkova has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZEL). Broken into parts: ZEL · kuh · vuh.
Do Americans and Brits say zelkova the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzɛlkəvə/ and the British form is /ˈzɛlkəvə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.