How to pronounce moto
Say it like MOH-toh. Moto has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH).
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- MOH
- toh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Moto pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- tohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of moto
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: MOH-toh.
Other ways to say moto
Moto also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- MAH-toh /ˈmɑtoʊ/
What does moto mean?
- One of a series of motocross or BMX races.
- A motorcycle or moped.
- To use or ride a moto (noun).
- Synonym of motor (“to ride a vehicle”, verb).
Words that rhyme with moto
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of moto.
Questions about saying moto
How do you pronounce moto?
Say MOH-toh. The American pronunciation is /ˈmoʊtoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈməʊtəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in moto?
Moto has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH). Broken into parts: MOH · toh.
Is moto 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 /ˈməʊtəʊ/ (MOH-toh).