How to Pronounce Lavabo

To pronounce "lavabo", say LAV-ab-o — 3 syllables, IPA /ləˈveɪbəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ləˈveɪbəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lavabo”

"lavabo" has 3 syllables: lav-ab-o.

What does lavabo mean?

noun

  1. A ritual involving the washing of one's hands at a church's offertory before handling the Eucharist.
  2. The small towel used to dry the priest's hands following the ritual.

Synonyms

lavatorywashbasin

Related words

washbasinwashbowlhandbasinritelavatorypedilaviumlabisoffertory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lavabo"?▾

"Lavabo" has 3 syllables: lav · ab · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "lavabo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lavabo" is /ləˈveɪbəʊ/.

What does "lavabo" mean?▾

Lavabo: A ritual involving the washing of one's hands at a church's offertory before handling the Eucharist.

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