How to Pronounce Llama

To pronounce "llama", say LLAM-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɑː.mə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈlɑː.mə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “llama”

"llama" has 2 syllables: llam-a. It rhymes with melodrama and trauma, if that helps it stick.

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

What does llama mean?

noun

  1. A South American mammal of the camel family, Lama glama, used as a domestic beast of burden and a source of wool and meat.

Words that rhyme with llama

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

melodramatraumamamachromabromamammamommaramacaumacommakaamasquama

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "llama"?▾

"Llama" has 2 syllables: llam · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "llama"?▾

The IPA transcription of "llama" is /ˈlɑː.mə/.

What does "llama" mean?▾

Llama: A South American mammal of the camel family, Lama glama, used as a domestic beast of burden and a source of wool and meat.

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