How to Pronounce "karma"
word
/ˈkɑɹmə/
KAR-muh
/kˈɑːmɐ/
KAH-muh
Definition
The idea that a person's actions, good or bad, will bring positive or negative results in the future, either in this life or another.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑɹmə/
British English
/kˈɑːmɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAR-muh
UK
KAH-muh
Listen in Context
Some people believe that helping others brings good karma.
She said her bad luck was just bad karma from past mistakes.
Many religions teach about karma and its effects.
I try to stay positive—who knows, maybe good karma will come my way.