How to Pronounce Lingo

To pronounce "lingo", say LING-o — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɪŋ.ɡəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈlɪŋ.ɡəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lingo”

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

What does lingo mean?

noun

  1. Language, especially language peculiar to a particular group, field, or region; jargon or a dialect.

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Words that rhyme with lingo

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dingoflamingodomingobingogringoingovingo

Related words

vernacularjargoncantslangargotpatoisparlancelanguage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lingo"?▾

"Lingo" has 2 syllables: ling · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "lingo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lingo" is /ˈlɪŋ.ɡəʊ/.

What does "lingo" mean?▾

Lingo: Language, especially language peculiar to a particular group, field, or region; jargon or a dialect.

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