How to pronounce olio
Say it like OH-lee-oh. Olio has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH).
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- OH
- lee
- oh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Olio pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of olio
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: OH-lee-oh.
What does olio mean?
- A rich, thick, Spanish stew consisting of meat and vegetables.
- A medley or mixture; a hotchpotch.
- A collection of various musical, theatrical or other artistic works; a miscellany.
Where does olio come from?
From Spanish olla or Portuguese olha, both from Latin olla (“pot, jar”).
Questions about saying olio
How do you pronounce olio?
Say OH-lee-oh. The American pronunciation is /ˈoʊlioʊ/. In British English it is /ˈəʊliəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in olio?
Olio has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH). Broken into parts: OH · lee · oh.
Is olio 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 /ˈəʊliəʊ/ (OH-lee-oh).