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llama

Definition:

(nou) wild or domesticated South American cud-chewing animal related to camels but smaller and lacking a hump

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Even the camel and llama can interbreed.

The illustration of the llama only adds to the confusion.

The llamaraffe is a result of the breeding of the male llama and female giraffe.

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Common mistakes of llama pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "la-MA" instead of the correct "LLA-ma". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as in /ˈlɑː.mə/ (UK) or /ˈlɑː.mə/ (US).
Overemphasizing the "l": Some might pronounce "llama" with a heavy "l", sounding more like "l-lama". Tip: Keep the "l" soft and smooth, ensuring it blends naturally with the vowel sound, as in /ˈlɑː.mə/.
Confusing vowel sounds: Learners often mispronounce the "a" in "llama" as a short "a", leading to a sound like "lamm-a". Tip: Use the long "a" sound, similar to "father", pronounced as /ˈlɑː.mə/.
Adding an extra syllable: Some may mistakenly say "llama" as "la-ma" with two syllables. Tip: Remember that "llama" has only two syllables, pronounced as /ˈlɑː.mə/, ensuring a smooth flow from "ll" to "a".
Omitting the "a": A common mistake is to drop the second "a," pronouncing it as "lam." Tip: Always include both "a" sounds in "llama," ensuring clarity and correctness as in /ˈlɑː.mə/.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "llama"?

In American English, "llama" is pronounced as /ˈlɑː.mə/ with the stress on the first syllable. In British English, it is often pronounced the same way, but some may say /ˈlæm.ə/ with a short "a" sound.

Is there a silent letter in "llama"?

Yes, in "llama," the first "l" is silent, so the pronunciation begins with the "a" sound. This can be confusing for new learners, but remember that the correct pronunciation is /ˈlɑː.mə/.

What syllable does the stress fall on in "llama"?

The stress in "llama" falls on the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA /ˈlɑː.mə/. This means that when you say the word, you should emphasize the "la" part more than the "ma."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "llama"?

A common mistake is pronouncing the "ll" as a hard "l" instead of recognizing it as silent. Remember that the correct pronunciation is /ˈlɑː.mə/, where the "l" is not vocalized.