How to Pronounce Nano

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

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈnænəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nano”

"nano" has 2 syllables: nan-o. It rhymes with piano and ano, if that helps it stick.

What does nano mean?

noun

  1. Nanotechnology.

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Words that rhyme with nano

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pianoanomanoserranonano-chronogermanochrono-hannosano

Related words

nanometernanoscalenanotechnologynanometreesidwarfnano-technologynanomachine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nano"?▾

"Nano" has 2 syllables: nan · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "nano"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nano" is /ˈnænəʊ/.

What does "nano" mean?▾

Nano: Nanotechnology.

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