To pronounce "coma", say COM-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkəʊmə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈkəʊmə/
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"coma" has 2 syllables: com-a. It rhymes with soma and aroma, if that helps it stick.
noun
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"Coma" has 2 syllables: com · a.
The IPA transcription of "coma" is /ˈkəʊmə/.
Coma: A state of unconsciousness from which one may not wake up, usually induced by some form of trauma.
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