How to Pronounce Hula

To pronounce "hula", say HUL-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhuːlə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈhuːlə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hula”

"hula" has 2 syllables: hul-a. It rhymes with medulla and moola, if that helps it stick.

What does hula mean?

noun

  1. A form of chant and dance, which was developed in the Hawaiian Islands by the Polynesians who originally settled there.

verb

  1. To dance the hula.

Words that rhyme with hula

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

medullamoolamoolahbeulabulaumulabakulachulaabdullaafulaarambulababula

Related words

hula-hulahoophoopsholahuly-hulyhukilauhoolauleahaka

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hula"?▾

"Hula" has 2 syllables: hul · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "hula"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hula" is /ˈhuːlə/.

What does "hula" mean?▾

Hula: A form of chant and dance, which was developed in the Hawaiian Islands by the Polynesians who originally settled there.

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