How to pronounce ayoo
Say it like AY-oh. Ayoo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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- AY
- oh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ayoo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of ayoo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: AY-oh.
What does ayoo mean?
- Alternative form of ayo.
Words that rhyme with ayoo
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ayoo.
Questions about saying ayoo
How do you pronounce ayoo?
Say AY-oh. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈeɪəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ayoo?
Ayoo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · oh.
Is ayoo 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 /ˈeɪəʊ/ (AY-oh).