How to Pronounce "alba"
word
ˈæɫbə
AL-buh
ˈælbɐ
AL-buh
Definition
A poetic or literary word for the first light of day or dawn, before the sun rises.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæɫbə
British English
ˈælbɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AL-buh
UK
AL-buh
Listen in Context
The alba is always quiet and calm.
Birds start singing at alba.
We walked on the beach before alba.
Many poets use alba to describe a hopeful new beginning.