How to Pronounce Kimono

To pronounce "kimono", say KIM-on-o — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈmoʊnoʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/kəˈmoʊnoʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kimono”

"kimono" has 3 syllables: kim-on-o. It rhymes with persona and jonah, if that helps it stick.

What does kimono mean?

noun

  1. A traditional Japanese robe-like garment which wraps around the body and is now generally worn only on formal occasions.
  2. A yukata.

Words that rhyme with kimono

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

personajonahkronebonaanconakronakoronapomonadonagoannachoana

Related words

robeunder-kimonoshozokuunderkimonoyukatahakamafundoshitoga

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kimono"?▾

"Kimono" has 3 syllables: kim · on · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "kimono"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kimono" is /kəˈmoʊnoʊ/.

What does "kimono" mean?▾

Kimono: A traditional Japanese robe-like garment which wraps around the body and is now generally worn only on formal occasions.

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