How to Pronounce "columbo"
word
/ˌkoʊˈɫəmboʊ/
kuh-LUHM-boh
/ˌkəʊˈlʌmbəʊ/
kuh-LUHM-boh
Definition
Columbo is a famous fictional detective from an American TV series. He looks ordinary and absent-minded, but he is very intelligent and solves crimes by noticing small details.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌkoʊˈɫəmboʊ/
British English
/ˌkəʊˈlʌmbəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-LUHM-boh
UK
kuh-LUHM-boh
Listen in Context
My dad likes to watch Columbo at night.
Columbo always asks smart questions.
She dressed like Columbo in a long coat.
Okay, Columbo, how did you know I ate the last cookie?