How to Pronounce "lasso"
word
ˈɫæsoʊ
LAS-soh
læsˈuː
la-SOO
Definition
A lasso is a rope with a loop at the end, used especially by cowboys to catch animals such as cattle or horses by throwing it over their heads or legs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫæsoʊ
British English
læsˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAS-soh
UK
la-SOO
Listen in Context
The cowboy threw his lasso to catch the horse.
A lasso is used to catch cattle on a ranch.
He learned how to spin a lasso in the rodeo.
You really managed to lasso a great opportunity with that job!