How to pronounce deo
Say it like dee-OH. Deo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OH).
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- dee
- OH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Deo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- OHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of deo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: dee-OH.
What does deo mean?
- deodorant
Where does deo come from?
Clipping of deodorant.
Words that rhyme with deo
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of deo.
Questions about saying deo
How do you pronounce deo?
Say dee-OH. The American pronunciation is /diˈoʊ/. In British English it is /diˈəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in deo?
Deo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OH). Broken into parts: dee · OH.
Is deo 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 /diˈəʊ/ (dee-OH).