How to Pronounce “Kafka”
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- American (US)
- /ˈkɑfkɑ/
- British (UK)
- /ˈkæfkə/
What “Kafka” means
proper noun — An open-source distributed event streaming platform originally developed at LinkedIn.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “Kafka” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkɑfkɑ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Kafka" mean?
Kafka (proper noun): An open-source distributed event streaming platform originally developed at LinkedIn.
How do you pronounce "Kafka" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˈkɑfkɑ/. British English: /ˈkæfkə/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "Kafka"?
/ˈkɑfkɑ/ in American English, /ˈkæfkə/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "Kafka"?
“Kafka” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkɑfkɑ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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