How to Pronounce "gyro"
word
ˈdʒaɪˌɹoʊ
JY-roh
dʒˈaɪɹəʊ
jy-ROH
Definition
A 'gyro' may mean a type of Greek sandwich with meat, vegetables, and sauce in pita bread, or it can refer to a gyroscope, a device used for measuring or maintaining orientation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdʒaɪˌɹoʊ
British English
dʒˈaɪɹəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
JY-roh
UK
jy-ROH
Listen in Context
I ordered a gyro for lunch.
The phone uses a gyro to detect its position.
A gyro is a popular street food in many cities.
Can you add extra tzatziki to my gyro?