Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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How do you pronounce kala lagaw ya?
The recorded pronunciation is /kala(u)laɡau ja/.
What does kala lagaw ya mean?
The Pama-Nyungan language spoken in the western Torres Strait Islands.

How to pronounce kala lagaw ya

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “kala lagaw ya”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/kala(u)laɡau ja/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “kala lagaw ya”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “kala lagaw ya” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.