How to pronounce primo
Say it like PREE-moh. Primo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREE).
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- PREE
- moh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Primo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- mohGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of primo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PREE-moh.
What does primo mean?
- The principal part of a duet.
- Any high-quality drug.
- A marijuana cigarette that has been laced with cocaine or heroin.
- Best; first-class.
Where does primo come from?
Borrowed from Italian primo (“first”).
Words that rhyme with primo
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of primo.
Questions about saying primo
How do you pronounce primo?
Say PREE-moh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpriˌmoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈpriːˌməʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in primo?
Primo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREE). Broken into parts: PREE · moh.
Is primo 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 /ˈpriːˌməʊ/ (PREE-moh).