How to pronounce diablo
Say it like dy-AB-loh. Diablo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AB).
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- dy
- AB
- loh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Diablo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- ABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- lohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of diablo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: dy-AB-loh.
What does diablo mean?
- The Devil or a devil.
- Synonym of diable (“flavored with hot spices/sauces”).“a diablo pizza”
Where does diablo come from?
Borrowed from Spanish diablo (“devil”).
Questions about saying diablo
How do you pronounce diablo?
Say dy-AB-loh. The American pronunciation is /ˌdaɪˈæbloʊ/. In British English it is /ˌdaɪˈæbləʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in diablo?
Diablo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AB). Broken into parts: dy · AB · loh.
Is diablo 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 /ˌdaɪˈæbləʊ/ (dy-AB-loh).