How to pronounce “Rivera”
Hear how “Rivera (common surname)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | common surname |
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| Syllables | ri · ve · ra (3) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a vowel, n or s stress the second-to-last syllable: VE. |
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| IPA | /ri.ˈbe.ɾa/ |
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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 r at the start of a word (or after n, l or s) is rolled: the tip of the tongue flutters against the roof of the mouth.
- v sounds the same as b. Spanish has no English-style v sound.
- 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 señor Rivera es carpintero.Mr. Rivera is a carpenter.
La profesora Rivera enseña química.Professor Rivera teaches chemistry.
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