How to Pronounce Alto

To pronounce "alto", say ALT-o — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæl.təʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈæl.təʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alto”

"alto" has 2 syllables: alt-o. It rhymes with smalto and malto, if that helps it stick.

What does alto mean?

noun

  1. A musical part or section higher than tenor and lower than soprano, formerly the part that performed a countermelody above the tenor or main melody.
  2. A person or musical instrument that performs the alto part.

Synonyms

contratenor altushigh countertenor

Words that rhyme with alto

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

smaltomaltopalo-altosalto

Related words

contraltocountertenorhighhigh-pitchedlow-pitchedlowviolachorister

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alto"?▾

"Alto" has 2 syllables: alt · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "alto"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alto" is /ˈæl.təʊ/.

What does "alto" mean?▾

Alto: A musical part or section higher than tenor and lower than soprano, formerly the part that performed a countermelody above the tenor or main melody.

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