Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
chapa
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Latin America
Simplified: CHAH-pah
IPA: 'tʃa.pa
Spain
Simplified: CHAH-pah
IPA: 'tʃa.pa
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
cha
  • ch like cheese
  • ch similar to English
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low
pa
  • unaspirated p like spot (not pot)
  • p without burst of air
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low