How to pronounce merino
Say it like muh-REE-noh. Merino has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REE).
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- muh
- REE
- noh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Merino pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- REESay 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 merino
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: muh-REE-noh.
What does merino mean?
- A sheep of a Spanish breed with long, fine hair.
- The wool of this sheep.
- The fabric made from this wool (or from any similar yarn).
Where does merino come from?
Borrowed from Spanish merino.
Words that rhyme with merino
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of merino.
Questions about saying merino
How do you pronounce merino?
Say muh-REE-noh. The American pronunciation is /məˈrinoʊ/. In British English it is /məˈriːnəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in merino?
Merino has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REE). Broken into parts: muh · REE · noh.
Is merino 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 /məˈriːnəʊ/ (muh-REE-noh).