How to Pronounce "macho"
word
/ˈmɑtʃoʊ/
MAH-choh
/mˈætʃəʊ/
MA-choh
Definition
A 'macho' person is someone, usually a man, who acts very strong, tough, or shows off their masculinity, sometimes in an exaggerated way.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɑtʃoʊ/
British English
/mˈætʃəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAH-choh
UK
MA-choh
Listen in Context
He likes to act macho around his friends.
Being macho does not mean being rude.
He tries to look macho by lifting heavy weights.
Don't be so macho—it's okay to show your feelings.