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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

alana

/ɑlˈænə/

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 2.86 in modern English

Syllables
alana
IPA
/ɑlˈænə/
5
Scrabble Score
5
Letters
3
Syllables
3
Unique Chars

Meaning

name

A female given name from the Celtic languages.

Example Sentences

Etymology

Feminine form of Alan (from Alan + -a). In regular use since the 20th century.

Word Breakdown

Inflected Forms

Alanna (alternative) Alannah (alternative) Alanah (alternative) Ilana (alternative)

Frequently Paired Words

Alaina

Rhymes With

anna indiana louisiana montana hannah diana banana ghana lana savannah hanna nana

Questions

How do you pronounce alana?
The recorded pronunciation is /ɑlˈænə/.
What does alana mean?
A female given name from the Celtic languages.
Where does alana come from?
Feminine form of Alan (from Alan + -a). In regular use since the 20th century.

How to pronounce alana

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