How to Pronounce Stretto

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈstɹɛtəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stretto”

"stretto" has 2 syllables: strett-o. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does stretto mean?

noun

  1. The presence of two close or overlapping statements of the subject of a fugue, especially towards the end.
  2. An acceleration in the tempo of an opera that produces an ending climax.

adjective

  1. Having gradually increasing speed.

adverb

  1. With gradually increasing speed.

Words that rhyme with stretto

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stretto"?▾

"Stretto" has 2 syllables: strett · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "stretto"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stretto" is /ˈstɹɛtəʊ/.

What does "stretto" mean?▾

Stretto: The presence of two close or overlapping statements of the subject of a fugue, especially towards the end.

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