How Do You Spell TITARAKURA?

Pronunciation: [tˌɪtɐɹɐkjˈʊ͡əɹə] (IPA)

The word "titarakura" is a Maori term that refers to a small bird species found in New Zealand. Its spelling might seem intimidating, but it's actually pretty easy once you understand the phonetic transcription. In IPA, "titarakura" is spelled /ti.ta.ɾa.ku.ɾa/. The first syllable "ti" is pronounced like "tea", followed by "ta" as in "tackle." "ɾa" is similar to the English "r" sound, while "ku" is pronounced like "kuh." The last syllable "ra" is pronounced the same as the first. With a bit of practice, you'll be able to spell and pronounce "titarakura" like a pro!