The word "mulama" is spelled using the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) as /mʊˈlɑmə/. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "u" sound, followed by an "L" sound, and the second syllable has a long "A" sound, followed by a schwa sound at the end. This word is commonly used in African countries, primarily in the Swahili language, and it refers to a leader or a respected authority figure, such as a tribal chief or an elder in the community.