How to Pronounce Viola

To pronounce "viola", say VIOL-a — 2 syllables, IPA /viˈoʊ.lə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/viˈoʊ.lə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “viola”

"viola" has 2 syllables: viol-a. It rhymes with cupola and cola, if that helps it stick.

What does viola mean?

noun

  1. A stringed instrument of the violin family, somewhat larger than a violin, played under the chin, and having a deeper tone.
  2. An organ stop having a similar tone.

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Words that rhyme with viola

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cupolacolalolapayolacholabolaebolagondolasolaidolapohjolapinola

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "viola"?▾

"Viola" has 2 syllables: viol · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "viola"?▾

The IPA transcription of "viola" is /viˈoʊ.lə/.

What does "viola" mean?▾

Viola: A stringed instrument of the violin family, somewhat larger than a violin, played under the chin, and having a deeper tone.

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