How to Pronounce Centavo

To pronounce "centavo", say CENT-av-o — 3 syllables, IPA /sɛnˈtɑːvoʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/sɛnˈtɑːvoʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “centavo”

"centavo" has 3 syllables: cent-av-o.

What does centavo mean?

noun

  1. Currency unit (hundredth of a peso) in Mexico
  2. A similar subdenomination of various other currencies.

Related words

centimoquetzalsentimocentesimocentcentimedimecuartilla

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "centavo"?▾

"Centavo" has 3 syllables: cent · av · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "centavo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "centavo" is /sɛnˈtɑːvoʊ/.

What does "centavo" mean?▾

Centavo: Currency unit (hundredth of a peso) in Mexico

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