How to Pronounce "nolo"
word
ˈnoʊɫoʊ
NOH-loh
ˈnəʊləʊ
NOH-loh
Definition
A short form of 'nolo contendere,' a legal term meaning a defendant does not admit guilt but also does not contest the charge, accepting conviction.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnoʊɫoʊ
British English
ˈnəʊləʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NOH-loh
UK
NOH-loh
Listen in Context
The defendant entered a nolo plea in court.
A nolo plea is sometimes called 'no contest.'
He chose to plead nolo instead of guilty.
It's rare to hear someone offer a nolo plea outside the U.S. court system.