How to pronounce reo
Say it like REE-oh. Reo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- oh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reo 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.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of reo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: REE-oh.
What does reo mean?
- A reinforcement (additional soldiers).
- A re-entry (climbing a wave and then returning down its face).
- Steel used to reinforce concrete.
Where does reo come from?
From re(inforcement) + -o.
Words that rhyme with reo
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reo.
Questions about saying reo
How do you pronounce reo?
Say REE-oh. The American pronunciation is /ˈrioʊ/. In British English it is /ˈriːəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reo?
Reo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · oh.
Is reo 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 /ˈriːəʊ/ (REE-oh).