How to Pronounce Bravo

To pronounce "bravo", say BRAV-o — 2 syllables, IPA /bɹɑːˈvəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/bɹɑːˈvəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bravo”

"bravo" has 2 syllables: brav-o. It rhymes with gustavo and cannavo, if that helps it stick.

What does bravo mean?

noun

  1. A hired soldier; an assassin; a desperado.
  2. A shout of "bravo!"

verb

  1. To cheer or applaud, especially by saying bravo!

interjection

  1. Used to express acclaim, especially to a performer.

    “Bravo, you have done a brilliant job!”

Words that rhyme with bravo

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gustavocannavoloschiavoolovopavosavoscavoschiavosiravospavo

Related words

assassinsirbrilliantolehurrayswishyeahhooray

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bravo"?▾

"Bravo" has 2 syllables: brav · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "bravo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bravo" is /bɹɑːˈvəʊ/.

What does "bravo" mean?▾

Bravo: A hired soldier; an assassin; a desperado.

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