To pronounce "parka", say PARK-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɑːkə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈpɑːkə/
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"parka" has 2 syllables: park-a. It rhymes with zarqa and charkha, if that helps it stick.
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"Parka" has 2 syllables: park · a.
The IPA transcription of "parka" is /ˈpɑːkə/.
Parka: A long jacket with a hood which protects the wearer against rain and wind.
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