Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
jocote
hog plum
Latin America
Simplified: hoh-KOH-teh
IPA: xo'ko.te
Spain
Simplified: hoh-KOH-teh
IPA: χo'ko.te
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
jo
  • j like h in hat
  • h sound similar to English
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o
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
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