Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
mochila
backpack
Latin America
Simplified: moh-CHEE-lah
IPA: mo'tʃi.la
Spain
Simplified: moh-CHEE-lah
IPA: mo'tʃi.la
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
mo
  • m like mom
  • m similar to English
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o
chi
  • ch like cheese
  • ch similar to English
  • i like see
  • spread lips, tongue high for i
la
  • light l like let
  • light l with flatter tongue for brighter sound than English
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low