How to pronounce zilla
Say it like ZIL-uh. Zilla has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZIL).
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- ZIL
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zilla pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of zilla
American and British speakers say zilla in essentially the same way: /ˈzɪlə/ in the US and /ˈzɪlə/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZIL-uh.
What does zilla mean?
- A subdivision of a province or state
Words that rhyme with zilla
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of zilla.
Questions about saying zilla
How do you pronounce zilla?
Say ZIL-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɪlə/. In British English it is /ˈzɪlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zilla?
Zilla has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZIL). Broken into parts: ZIL · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say zilla the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzɪlə/ and the British form is /ˈzɪlə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.