Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
poro
pore
Latin America
Simplified: POH-roh
IPA: 'po.ɾo
Spain
Simplified: POH-roh
IPA: 'po.ɾo
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
ro
  • tapped r like ladder
  • quick tapped r with tongue tip against ridge behind teeth
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o