How to Pronounce "koto"
word
ˈkoʊtoʊ
KOH-toh
kˈəʊtəʊ
kuh-OH-toh
Definition
A koto is a traditional Japanese stringed musical instrument, similar to a zither, that is played by plucking its strings.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkoʊtoʊ
British English
kˈəʊtəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOH-toh
UK
kuh-OH-toh
Listen in Context
The musician played the koto at the festival.
I watched a video about the koto.
The koto has thirteen strings.
Have you ever heard traditional koto music from Japan?