How to Pronounce Karma

To pronounce "karma", say KARM-a — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈkəɾm(ə)]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/[ˈkəɾm(ə)]/

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💡 Tip for remembering “karma”

"karma" has 2 syllables: karm-a. It rhymes with pharma and carma, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: carma — easy to mix up when writing.

What does karma mean?

noun

  1. The sum total of a person's actions, which determine the person's next incarnation in samsara, the cycle of death and rebirth.
  2. A force or law of nature which causes one to reap what one sows; destiny; fate.

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Words that rhyme with karma

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pharmacarmasharmavarmaarmaghdharma

Related words

samsarayogayoginmojostufffatevibemarga

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "karma"?▾

"Karma" has 2 syllables: karm · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "karma"?▾

The IPA transcription of "karma" is /[ˈkəɾm(ə)]/.

What does "karma" mean?▾

Karma: The sum total of a person's actions, which determine the person's next incarnation in samsara, the cycle of death and rebirth.

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