How Do You Spell HAAPALA?

Pronunciation: [hɑːpˈɑːlə] (IPA)

The word "haapala" can be tricky to spell for those unfamiliar with the Finnish language. It is pronounced /ˈhɑːpɑlɑ/ (HAH-pah-lah). The double "a" represents a long "a" sound, as in the word "father." The letter "p" is pronounced the same as in English, but the letter "l" is pronounced with the back of the tongue against the soft palate, creating a distinct sound. The final "a" is also pronounced as a long "a" sound.