How to pronounce ammo
Say it like AM-oh. Ammo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM).
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- AM
- oh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ammo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ohGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of ammo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: AM-oh.
What does ammo mean?
- Ammunition.
- Chips or money, usually at a casino.
- To load up on ammunition.
Where does ammo come from?
Clipping of ammunition.
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Words that rhyme with ammo
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Questions about saying ammo
How do you pronounce ammo?
Say AM-oh. The American pronunciation is /ˈæˌmoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈæməʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ammo?
Ammo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM). Broken into parts: AM · oh.
Is ammo pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈæməʊ/ (AM-oh).