How to pronounce Reno
Say it like REE-noh. Reno has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- noh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reno pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of Reno
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: REE-noh.
What does Reno mean?
- A river in northeastern Italy.
Words that rhyme with Reno
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Reno.
Questions about saying Reno
How do you pronounce Reno?
Say REE-noh. The American pronunciation is /ˈrinoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈriːnəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Reno?
Reno has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · noh.
Is Reno 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 /ˈriːnəʊ/ (REE-noh).