How to pronounce chino
Say it like CHEE-noh. Chino has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHEE).
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- CHEE
- noh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chino pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- CHEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of chino
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: CHEE-noh.
What does chino mean?
- A coarse cotton fabric commonly used to make trousers and uniforms.
Where does chino come from?
The American Heritage Dictionary says that the word is from American Spanish chino, literally "toasted", in reference to its usual color.
Words that rhyme with chino
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of chino.
Questions about saying chino
How do you pronounce chino?
Say CHEE-noh. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʃinoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈtʃiːnəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chino?
Chino has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHEE). Broken into parts: CHEE · noh.
Is chino 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 /ˈtʃiːnəʊ/ (CHEE-noh).