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How to Pronounce Lara

Lara / lahːruh /

The name Lara is a Female name of Hungarian origin meaning "From the ancient...". It is pronounced lahːruh.

Hungarian Female

Lara is a Hungarian name meaning "From the ancient...". Its etymology is debated, but commonly linked to Latin, possibly from "Lar" referring to household gods (Lares). Another theory suggests Greek origin, related to the city of Larissa.

Language Hungarian
Gender Female
Phonetic lahːruh
IPA lɑːɹə

Say it as lahːruh. Keep the original Hungarian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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How do you pronounce Lara?
Lara is pronounced lahːruh.
What is the correct pronunciation of Lara?
The correct pronunciation of Lara is lahːruh (IPA: lɑːɹə).
Is Lara a Hungarian name?
Yes, Lara is a Hungarian name meaning "From the ancient...".

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