How to pronounce “huarache”
Hear how “huarache (oval masa flatbread with toppings)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | oval masa flatbread with toppings |
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| Syllables | hua · ra · che (3) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a vowel, n or s stress the second-to-last syllable: RA. |
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| IPA | /wa.ˈɾa.tʃe/ |
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Tips for English speakers
Common mistake: The "hu" sounds like W: "wah-RAH-cheh".
- 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
El huarache tiene forma de sandalia.The huarache is shaped like a sandal.
Quiero un huarache con bistec.I want a huarache with steak.
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