How to pronounce leno
Say it like LEN-oh. Leno has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEN).
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- LEN
- oh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Leno pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of leno
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: LEN-oh.
Other ways to say leno
Leno also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- LEE-noh /ˈlinoʊ/
What does leno mean?
- A type of weave used to make light, open cotton fabric used for window curtains.
Where does leno come from?
From French linon (“lawn (linen fabric)”), from lin (“linen; flax”) + -on.
Questions about saying leno
How do you pronounce leno?
Say LEN-oh. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɛnoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈlɛnəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in leno?
Leno has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEN). Broken into parts: LEN · oh.
Is leno 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 /ˈlɛnəʊ/ (LEN-oh).