Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
bolillo
bread roll
Latin America
Simplified: boh-LEE-yoh
IPA: bo'li.ʝo
Spain
Simplified: boh-LEE-yoh
IPA: bo'li.ʝo
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
bo
  • b like boy, but softer
  • gentler lip closure for Spanish b (versus English b)
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o
li
  • light l like let
  • light l with flatter tongue for brighter sound than English
  • i like see
  • spread lips, tongue high for i
llo
  • ll like y in yes
  • y sound similar to English
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o