How to Pronounce Shaka

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

shaka

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈʃɑːkə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shaka”

"shaka" has 2 syllables: shak-a. It rhymes with moksha and paca, if that helps it stick.

What does shaka mean?

noun

  1. A greeting gesture in which the thumb and little finger are extended while curling the three middle fingers in a semi-fist. Used to express a variety of positive meanings including "all right", "hello" and "goodbye".

Synonyms

hang-loose sign

Words that rhyme with shaka

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

mokshapacaboccakokkaquokkacaucaslokasoccastocahroccaahsahkaaka

Related words

zuluhandshapepoint

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shaka"?▾

"Shaka" has 2 syllables: shak · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "shaka"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shaka" is /ˈʃɑːkə/.

What does "shaka" mean?▾

Shaka: A greeting gesture in which the thumb and little finger are extended while curling the three middle fingers in a semi-fist. Used to express a variety of positive meanings including "all right", "hello" and "goodbye".

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