How to Pronounce "altos"
word
ˈæɫtoʊz/, /ˈɔɫˌtoʊs
AL-tohz
ˈæltəʊz
AL-tohz
Definition
Means more than one 'alto': a type of singing voice between soprano and tenor, or a person with that voice, or sometimes a tall man (less common). Also refers to a musical instrument in the alto range.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæɫtoʊz/, /ˈɔɫˌtoʊs
British English
ˈæltəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AL-tohz
UK
AL-tohz
Listen in Context
The choir has three altos and two sopranos.
Two altos are playing the same notes on their instruments.
The altos sing the harmony parts in this song.
Most of the altos in our group are actually women, even though the part is lower than soprano.