How to pronounce dino
Say it like DEE-noh. Dino has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE).
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- DEE
- noh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dino pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEESay 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 dino
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: DEE-noh.
What does dino mean?
- A dinosaur (type of animal).
- A long-time participant in a multi-user dungeon.
Where does dino come from?
Clipping of dinosaur.
Words that rhyme with dino
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dino.
Questions about saying dino
How do you pronounce dino?
Say DEE-noh. The American pronunciation is /ˈdinoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈdiːnəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dino?
Dino has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE). Broken into parts: DEE · noh.
Is dino 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 /ˈdiːnəʊ/ (DEE-noh).