cello meaning

UK /ˈtʃɛləʊ/ US /ˈtʃɛloʊ/ 2 syllables

cello (noun): a large stringed instrument; seated player holds it upright while playing.

Definition of cello

  1. a large stringed instrument; seated player holds it upright while playing

    Synonyms: violoncello

    Type of: bowed stringed instrument

    Related forms: cellist

How to pronounce cello

cello is pronounced /ˈtʃɛləʊ/ in British English and /ˈtʃɛloʊ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with cello

Scrabble score: 7 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with CE · words ending in LO · 5-letter words

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