How to pronounce “reloj”
Hear how “reloj (clock, watch)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | clock, watch |
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| Syllables | re · loj (2) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a consonant other than n or s stress the last syllable: LOJ. |
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| IPA | /re.ˈlox/ |
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Tips for English speakers
Common mistake: The r is rolled and the final j is very soft or silent: rreh-LOH.
- The r at the start of a word (or after n, l or s) is rolled: the tip of the tongue flutters against the roof of the mouth.
- j is a breathy h, a little raspier than English h.
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: Spanish R and RR · J, G and X · Stress and accent marks
Example sentences
Mi reloj es nuevo.My watch is new.
El reloj de la pared no funciona.The wall clock doesn't work.
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