How to Pronounce "neo"
word
/ˈnioʊ/
NEE-oh
/ˈniːəʊ/
NEE-oh
Definition
'Neo' is a prefix meaning 'new' or 'modern', often used before other words to describe something that has been recently created or revived, like 'neoclassical'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnioʊ/
British English
/ˈniːəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NEE-oh
UK
NEE-oh
Listen in Context
The new art movement is called neo-expressionism.
She studies neo-classical music at university.
The building features a neo-Gothic design.
He's really into neo-soul and old-school jazz albums.