How to Pronounce Abaca

To pronounce "abaca", say AB-ac-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌæb.əˈkɑ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˌæb.əˈkɑ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abaca”

"abaca" has 3 syllables: ab-ac-a. It rhymes with arabica and abacha, if that helps it stick.

What does abaca mean?

noun

  1. Musa textilis, a species of banana tree native to the Philippines grown for its textile, rope- and papermaking fibre.
  2. The fiber of this plant, used in rope.

Synonyms

Manila HempManilla hemptextile bananaManila hemp

Words that rhyme with abaca

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

arabicaabacha

Related words

macaasimbananakapokbauno

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abaca"?▾

"Abaca" has 3 syllables: ab · ac · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "abaca"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abaca" is /ˌæb.əˈkɑ/.

What does "abaca" mean?▾

Abaca: Musa textilis, a species of banana tree native to the Philippines grown for its textile, rope- and papermaking fibre.

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