How to Pronounce Tomato

To pronounce "tomato", say TOM-at-o — 3 syllables, IPA /[tʰə̥ˈmɐːtʰɐʉ]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

tomato

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Accent

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Syllables

Letters

/[tʰə̥ˈmɐːtʰɐʉ]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tomato”

"tomato" has 3 syllables: tom-at-o. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does tomato mean?

noun

A widely cultivated plant, Solanum lycopersicum, having edible fruit.
The savory fruit of this plant, red when ripe, treated as a vegetable in horticulture and cooking.

verb

To pelt with tomatoes
To add tomatoes to (a dish)

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with tomato

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tomato"?▾

"Tomato" has 3 syllables: tom · at · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "tomato"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tomato" is /[tʰə̥ˈmɐːtʰɐʉ]/.

What does "tomato" mean?▾

Tomato: A widely cultivated plant, Solanum lycopersicum, having edible fruit.

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