How to pronounce virago
Say it like vih-RAH-goh. Virago has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAH).
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US American/vɪˈrɑˌɡoʊ/vih-RAH-goh
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- vih
- RAH
- goh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Virago pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- vihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- RAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- gohGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
What does virago mean?
noun
- A woman given to undue belligerence or ill manner at the slightest provocation.
- A woman who is scolding, domineering, or highly opinionated.
- A woman who is rough, loud, and aggressive.
Where does virago come from?
Borrowed from Latin virāgō (“warlike or heroic woman”, literally “manlike”).
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Questions about saying virago
How do you pronounce virago?
Say vih-RAH-goh. The American pronunciation is /vɪˈrɑˌɡoʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in virago?
Virago has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAH). Broken into parts: vih · RAH · goh.