How to Pronounce Gringo

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɡɹɪŋɡəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gringo”

"gringo" has 2 syllables: gring-o. It rhymes with dingo and flamingo, if that helps it stick.

What does gringo mean?

noun

  1. A white person from an English-speaking country, particularly the United States.

    “Gringoes, go home!”

Words that rhyme with gringo

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dingoflamingodomingobingoingolingovingo

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gringo"?▾

"Gringo" has 2 syllables: gring · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "gringo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gringo" is /ɡɹɪŋɡəʊ/.

What does "gringo" mean?▾

Gringo: A white person from an English-speaking country, particularly the United States.

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