How to Pronounce Bro

To pronounce "bro", say BRO — one syllable, IPA /bɹəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/bɹəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bro”

"bro" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: broe, breau, breault, breaux — easy to mix up when writing.

What does bro mean?

noun

  1. Brother; a male sibling
  2. Brother; a male comrade or friend; one who shares one’s ideals.

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Words that rhyme with bro

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

brahbrubruvsisterlybrothersiblingsibbrotherly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bro"?▾

"Bro" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "bro"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bro" is /bɹəʊ/.

What does "bro" mean?▾

Bro: Brother; a male sibling

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