How to Pronounce Luau

To pronounce "luau", say LUAU — one syllable, IPA /ˈlu.aʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈlu.aʊ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “luau”

"luau" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with endow and bow, if that helps it stick.

What does luau mean?

noun

  1. An elaborate Hawaiian feast featuring traditional foods and entertainment.

Words that rhyme with luau

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

endowbowallowthouavowbrowplowvowanyhowcowsowdisavow

Related words

koreanhukilauhoolauleahakarikaluahuly-hulyluakinikahili

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "luau"?▾

"Luau" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "luau"?▾

The IPA transcription of "luau" is /ˈlu.aʊ/.

What does "luau" mean?▾

Luau: An elaborate Hawaiian feast featuring traditional foods and entertainment.

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