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- variar
Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
vario
various
Latin America
Simplified: BAH-ryoh
IPA: 'ba.ɾʝo
Spain
Simplified: BAH-ryoh
IPA: 'ba.ɾʝo
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
va
  • v like b in boy, but softer
  • gentler lip closure for Spanish b (versus English b)
  • a like father
  • relaxed a with mouth open, tongue low
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