To pronounce "shakira", say SHAK-ir-a — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
shakira
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SHAK-ir-a
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"shakira" has 3 syllables: shak-ir-a. It rhymes with tierra and yeara, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Shakira" has 3 syllables: shak · ir · a.
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