How to pronounce socio
Say it like SOH-see-oh. Socio has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOH).
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- SOH
- see
- oh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Socio pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- seeKeep this part quick and light. 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 socio
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: SOH-see-oh.
What does socio mean?
- At an institute of education, a class where sociology is taught.
- The discipline of sociology.
Where does socio come from?
Shortening of sociology.
Questions about saying socio
How do you pronounce socio?
Say SOH-see-oh. The American pronunciation is /ˈsoʊsioʊ/. In British English it is /ˈsəʊsiəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in socio?
Socio has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOH). Broken into parts: SOH · see · oh.
Is socio 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 /ˈsəʊsiəʊ/ (SOH-see-oh).