How to pronounce panko
Say it like PANG-koh. Panko has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PANG).
- PANG
- koh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Panko pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PANGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- kohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of panko
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PANG-koh.
What does panko mean?
- Coarse, dry breadcrumbs used in Japanese cuisine.
Words that rhyme with panko
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of panko.
Questions about saying panko
How do you pronounce panko?
Say PANG-koh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpæŋkoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈpæŋkəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in panko?
Panko has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PANG). Broken into parts: PANG · koh.
Is panko 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 /ˈpæŋkəʊ/ (PANG-koh).