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guacamole

/ˌɡwɑkəˈmoʊli/

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Stress “mo,” using the long “o” of “go.”

Start with g and w together. Keep the opening beat secondary to the third syllable, and pronounce the final lee rather than dropping it.

4 syllables · Stress on syllable 3

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“We made guacamole for the picnic.”

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What does guacamole mean?

noun

  1. An avocado-based greenish dip with onions, tomato, and spices, common to Mexican cuisine and often served with tortilla chips.
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IPA pronunciation

/ˌɡwɑkəˈmoʊli/

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Other dictionary pronunciations

/ˌɡwɑ.kəˈmol.i//ˌɡwɑ.kəˈmoʊ.leɪ/
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