How to pronounce “correo”
Hear how “correo (mail, email)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | mail, email |
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| Syllables | co · rre · o (3) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a vowel, n or s stress the second-to-last syllable: RRE. |
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| IPA | /ko.ˈre.o/ |
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Tips for English speakers
Common mistake: The rr is rolled: koh-RREH-oh.
- The rr is rolled: the tip of the tongue flutters against the roof of the mouth.
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: Spanish R and RR · Stress and accent marks · Spanish vowels
Example sentences
Te mando un correo.I'll send you an email.
Revisa tu correo.Check your email.
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