How to Pronounce Oaxaca
How to Pronounce Oaxaca
Hii! I saw a travel vlog about a beautiful place in Mexico called Oaxaca, but when I tried to say it, my older son laughed. I said, "Oh-axe-ah-ka," but apparently, that’s not right. Can you tell me the correct way to pronounce it?
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No worries! Oaxaca is a beautiful place, and its pronunciation can be tricky if you're unfamiliar with Spanish spelling rules. The correct pronunciation is:
Wah-HAH-kah (/wəˈhɑː.kə/)
Breakdown:
- "Oa" → Pronounced as "Wah"
- "xa" → Sounds like "HAH" (the "x" in Spanish is often pronounced like an English "h")
- "ca" → Sounds like "kah"
So instead of Oh-axe-ah-ka, say "Wah-HAH-kah." Hope that helps! Let me know if you need more pronunciation tips.
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