How to Pronounce “Kano”
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- American (US)
- /ˈkɑːnoʊ/
- British (UK)
- /ˈkɑːnoʊ/
What “Kano” means
proper noun — A state of Nigeria in the North West geopolitical zone. Capital and largest city: Kano City.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “Kano” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkɑːnoʊ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Kano" mean?
Kano (proper noun): A state of Nigeria in the North West geopolitical zone. Capital and largest city: Kano City.
How do you pronounce "Kano" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "Kano", /ˈkɑːnoʊ/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "Kano"?
/ˈkɑːnoʊ/ in American English, /ˈkɑːnoʊ/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "Kano"?
“Kano” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈkɑːnoʊ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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