How to pronounce Imo
Say it like EYE-moh. Imo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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US American/ˈaɪmoʊ/EYE-moh
UK British/ˈaɪməʊ/EYE-moh
- EYE
- moh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Imo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- mohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of Imo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: EYE-moh.
What does Imo mean?
proper noun
- A state of Nigeria in the South East geopolitical zone. Capital and largest city: Owerri.
Where does Imo come from?
From Igbo Imo, derived from the Imo River.
Questions about saying Imo
How do you pronounce Imo?
Say EYE-moh. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪmoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈaɪməʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Imo?
Imo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · moh.
Is Imo 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 /ˈaɪməʊ/ (EYE-moh).