Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
pomelo
grapefruit
Latin America
Simplified: poh-MEH-loh
IPA: po'me.lo
Spain
Simplified: poh-MEH-loh
IPA: po'me.lo
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
po
  • unaspirated p like spot (not pot)
  • p without burst of air
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o
me
  • m like mom
  • m similar to English
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e
lo
  • light l like let
  • light l with flatter tongue for brighter sound than English
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o