How to pronounce pedalo
Say it like PED-uh-loh. Pedalo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PED).
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- PED
- uh
- loh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pedalo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PEDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of pedalo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PED-uh-loh.
What does pedalo mean?
- A small boat propelled by pedals that directly turn external paddles, used for recreation.
Where does pedalo come from?
Borrowed from French pédalo, a genericized trademark.
Questions about saying pedalo
How do you pronounce pedalo?
Say PED-uh-loh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛdəloʊ/. In British English it is /ˈpɛdələʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pedalo?
Pedalo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PED). Broken into parts: PED · uh · loh.
Is pedalo 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 /ˈpɛdələʊ/ (PED-uh-loh).