bollo
bun
Latin America
Simplified: BOH-yoh
IPA: 'bo.ʝo
Spain
Simplified: BOH-yoh
IPA: 'bo.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
llo
  • ll like y in yes
  • y sound similar to English
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o