How to Pronounce Caldera

To pronounce "caldera", say CALD-er-a — 3 syllables, IPA /kælˈdɛə.ɹə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/kælˈdɛə.ɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caldera”

"caldera" has 3 syllables: cald-er-a. It rhymes with sclera and para, if that helps it stick.

What does caldera mean?

noun

  1. A large crater formed by collapse of the cone or edifice of a volcano.

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Words that rhyme with caldera

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scleraparapateraclarataraguayaberaacerramineramascarapara-nairagerah

Related words

boilercratermaarsommabowlvolcanoecrateringcraterlet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caldera"?▾

"Caldera" has 3 syllables: cald · er · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "caldera"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caldera" is /kælˈdɛə.ɹə/.

What does "caldera" mean?▾

Caldera: A large crater formed by collapse of the cone or edifice of a volcano.

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