How to Pronounce Okta

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

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Letters

/ˈɒktə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “okta”

"okta" has 2 syllables: okt-a.

What does okta mean?

noun

  1. One eighth of the total area of the celestial dome; used as a measure of cloudiness (one okta means that one eighth of the sky is obscured, two oktas that one quarter is obscured, and so on).

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "okta"?▾

"Okta" has 2 syllables: okt · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "okta"?▾

The IPA transcription of "okta" is /ˈɒktə/.

What does "okta" mean?▾

Okta: One eighth of the total area of the celestial dome; used as a measure of cloudiness (one okta means that one eighth of the sky is obscured, two oktas that one quarter is obscured, and so on).

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