How to pronounce wilco
Say it like WIL-koh. Wilco has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIL).
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US American/ˈwɪlkoʊ/WIL-koh
UK British/ˈwɪlkəʊ/WIL-koh
- WIL
- koh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wilco pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of wilco
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: WIL-koh.
What does wilco mean?
interjection
- Indicates agreement and compliance.“Wilco, Bravo Six Three will take the north road. Bravo Six Four will take the south road, out.”
- To give the "wilco" indication.
- A species of South American tree, Anadenanthera colubrina.
Where does wilco come from?
Blend of will + comply.
Questions about saying wilco
How do you pronounce wilco?
Say WIL-koh. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɪlkoʊ/. In British English it is /ˈwɪlkəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wilco?
Wilco has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIL). Broken into parts: WIL · koh.
Is wilco 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 /ˈwɪlkəʊ/ (WIL-koh).