How to Pronounce Varna

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈvɑːnə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “varna”

"varna" has 2 syllables: varn-a. It rhymes with dharna and barna, if that helps it stick.

What does varna mean?

noun

  1. Any of the four original castes in Hinduism, or the system of such castes

Words that rhyme with varna

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dharnabarnasarna

Related words

dharmasofiasafegalatzkshatriyabrahmanavedavedanga

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "varna"?▾

"Varna" has 2 syllables: varn · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "varna"?▾

The IPA transcription of "varna" is /ˈvɑːnə/.

What does "varna" mean?▾

Varna: Any of the four original castes in Hinduism, or the system of such castes

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