Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
coyote
coyote
Latin America
Simplified: koh-YOH-teh
IPA: ko'ʝo.te
Spain
Simplified: koh-YOH-teh
IPA: ko'ʝo.te
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
co
  • c like unaspirated k in sky (not key)
  • k sound without burst of air
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o
yo
  • y like yes
  • y similar to English
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o
te
  • unaspirated t like stop (not top)
  • t without burst of air, tongue touches upper teeth
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e