How to Pronounce "loa"
word
ˈləʊə
LOH-uh
ˈləʊə
LOH-uh
Definition
A 'loa' is a short introductory poem or speech, especially used at the beginning of plays in Spanish and Portuguese drama, meant to praise, introduce, or draw attention to the main performance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈləʊə
British English
ˈləʊə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOH-uh
UK
LOH-uh
Listen in Context
The actors began the play with a loa praising the king.
In the old theater, a loa came before every main show.
The loa sets the mood for the rest of the play.
Some Golden Age dramas feature a witty loa that introduces the theme humorously.