Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
tío
uncle
Latin America
Simplified: TEE-oh
IPA: 'ti.o
Spain
Simplified: TEE-oh
IPA: 'ti.o
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
tí
  • unaspirated t like stop (not top)
  • t without burst of air, tongue touches upper teeth
  • i like see
  • spread lips, tongue high for i
o
  • o like go, but shorter
  • rounded lips, tongue back for o