How do you pronounce "cello"?

In American English: /ˈtʃɛloʊ/ (CHEHL-oh). In British English: /tʃˈɛləʊ/ (CH-ehl). In Canadian English: /ˈtʃɛloʊ/ (CHEHL-oh). In Australian English: /tʃˈɛləʊ/ (CH-ehl).

Is "cello" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈtʃɛloʊ/ (CHEHL-oh), while in British English it's /tʃˈɛləʊ/ (CH-ehl).

How to Pronounce "cello"

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cello

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/ˈtʃɛloʊ/

CHEHL-oh

Syllable Breakdown

tʃɛlcel·oʊlo

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