How to pronounce “cámara”
Hear how “cámara (camera)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | camera |
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| Syllables | cá · ma · ra (3) |
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| Stress | The written accent marks the stress: CÁ. |
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| IPA | /ˈka.ma.ɾa/ |
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Tips for English speakers
Common mistake: Stress the first syllable: KAH-mah-rah, not "KAM-ruh".
- The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: Spanish R and RR · Stress and accent marks · Spanish vowels
Example sentences
Tengo una cámara nueva.I have a new camera.
¿Dónde está la cámara?Where's the camera?
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