How to Pronounce Jataka

To pronounce "jataka", say JAT-ak-a — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒɑːtəkə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdʒɑːtəkə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “jataka”

"jataka" has 3 syllables: jat-ak-a. It rhymes with pataca and natica, if that helps it stick.

What does jataka mean?

noun

  1. Any of a large number of Indian tales concerning the previous lives of Gautama Buddha.

Words that rhyme with jataka

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

patacanaticaatticademocratica

Related words

kathabuddhatulkajatrabijanatakajatikattha

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jataka"?▾

"Jataka" has 3 syllables: jat · ak · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "jataka"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jataka" is /ˈdʒɑːtəkə/.

What does "jataka" mean?▾

Jataka: Any of a large number of Indian tales concerning the previous lives of Gautama Buddha.

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