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