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Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
muñeco
doll
Latin America
Simplified: moo-NYEH-koh
IPA: mu'ɲe.ko
Spain
Simplified: moo-NYEH-koh
IPA: mu'ɲe.ko
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
mu
  • m like mom
  • m similar to English
  • u like boot
  • strongly rounded lips, tongue back for u
ñe
  • ñ like lasagna
  • tongue touches roof of mouth for ñ, airflow through nose
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e
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