How to pronounce “hablar”
Hear how “hablar (to speak, to talk)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | to speak, to talk |
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| Syllables | ha · blar (2) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a consonant other than n or s stress the last syllable: BLAR. |
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| IPA | /a.ˈblaɾ/ |
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Tips for English speakers
- The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
- The h is silent.
- 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
¿Hablas inglés?Do you speak English?
Hablamos por teléfono cada día.We talk on the phone every day.
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