taro

/ˈtɑːroʊ/

Syllables ta·ro

Stress TA-ro

Phonics Breakdown

ta

/tɑː/

long a_e

ro

/roʊ/

long o

Meaning

a tropical plant with a starchy edible root

Sound Reference

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ta=/tɑː/(taco) + ro=/roʊ/(go)

Example

Taro is often used in Asian desserts.