How to pronounce lino
Say it like LEE-noh. Lino has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE).
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- LEE
- noh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lino pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEESay 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 lino
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: LEE-noh.
What does lino mean?
- a floor covering
Words that rhyme with lino
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lino.
Questions about saying lino
How do you pronounce lino?
Say LEE-noh. The American pronunciation is /ˈlinoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈliːnəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lino?
Lino has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE). Broken into parts: LEE · noh.
Is lino 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 /ˈliːnəʊ/ (LEE-noh).