Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
lirio
iris
Latin America
Simplified: LEE-ryoh
IPA: 'li.ɾʝo
Spain
Simplified: LEE-ryoh
IPA: 'li.ɾʝo
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
li
  • light l like let
  • light l with flatter tongue for brighter sound than English
  • i like see
  • spread lips, tongue high for i
rio
  • tapped r like ladder
  • quick tapped r with tongue tip against ridge behind teeth
  • i like y in yes
  • y sound similar to English
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o