How to Pronounce America

To pronounce "america", say am-ER-ic-a — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈmɛɹəkə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

7

Letters

/əˈmɛɹəkə/

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Break "america" into 4 beats and lean on "ER" — that's the stressed one.

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How do you pronounce "america"?

To pronounce "america", say am-ER-ic-a — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈmɛɹəkə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "america"?

"America" has 4 syllables: am · er · ic · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "america"?

The IPA transcription of "america" is /əˈmɛɹəkə/.

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