How to Pronounce "california"
word
/ˌkæɫəˈfɔɹnjə/
ka-luh-FOR-nyuh
/ˌkæləˈfɔːnjə/
ka-luh-FAW-nyuh
Definition
California is a state on the west coast of the United States. It is known for large cities, beaches, technology companies, movies, and warm weather in many areas.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌkæɫəˈfɔɹnjə/
British English
/ˌkæləˈfɔːnjə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ka-luh-FOR-nyuh
UK
ka-luh-FAW-nyuh
Listen in Context
My sister lives in California.
The weather in California is often warm.
They drove from Nevada to California.
We’re thinking about moving to California next year.