How to Pronounce Domino

To pronounce "domino", say DOM-in-o — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdɒmɪnəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

domino

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈdɒmɪnəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “domino”

"domino" has 3 syllables: dom-in-o. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does domino mean?

noun

A tile divided into two squares, each having 0 to 6 (or sometimes more) dots or pips (as in dice), used in the game of dominoes.
A country that is expected to react to events in a neighboring country, according to the domino effect.

verb

To collapse in the manner of dominoes.
To cause to collapse in the manner of dominoes.

Synonyms

2-omino domino costume domino mask eyemask half mask

Words that rhyme with domino

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

apropos show flow fallow although low bestow glow afterglow throw grotto beau

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "domino"?▾

"Domino" has 3 syllables: dom · in · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "domino"?▾

The IPA transcription of "domino" is /ˈdɒmɪnəʊ/.

What does "domino" mean?▾

Domino: A tile divided into two squares, each having 0 to 6 (or sometimes more) dots or pips (as in dice), used in the game of dominoes.

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