How to Pronounce Loco

To pronounce "loco", say LOC-o — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈləʊ.kəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈləʊ.kəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “loco”

"loco" has 2 syllables: loc-o. It rhymes with koko and choko, if that helps it stick.

What does loco mean?

adverb

  1. A direction in written or printed music to be returning to the proper pitch after having played an octave higher or lower.

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Words that rhyme with loco

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kokochokosunocoarochobuttafuocococcococoa

Related words

loopycrackerswackycrackedkookybattyinsanebats

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loco"?▾

"Loco" has 2 syllables: loc · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "loco"?▾

The IPA transcription of "loco" is /ˈləʊ.kəʊ/.

What does "loco" mean?▾

Loco: A direction in written or printed music to be returning to the proper pitch after having played an octave higher or lower.

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