How to Pronounce Para

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈpɑːɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “para”

"para" has 2 syllables: par-a. It rhymes with sclera and patera, if that helps it stick.

What does para mean?

noun

  1. A former subunit of currency in several countries in the Ottoman/Turkish and Yugoslav regions.

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Words that rhyme with para

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sclerapateraclarataraguayaberaacerramineramascarapara-nairagerahsvizzera

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "para"?▾

"Para" has 2 syllables: par · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "para"?▾

The IPA transcription of "para" is /ˈpɑːɹə/.

What does "para" mean?▾

Para: A former subunit of currency in several countries in the Ottoman/Turkish and Yugoslav regions.

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