Do Italians say Turin or Torino?
The city in Italy (map) that’s hosting this month’s 2006 Winter Olympics is known throughout the English-speaking world—and to speakers of the traditional Piedmontese language of the region—as Turin. But the official name, as far as the Olympics are concerened, is “Torino,” in keeping with a decision by the IOC.
What is the meaning of Turin?
noun. a city in NW Italy, capital of Piedmont region, on the River Po: became capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia in 1720; first capital (1861–65) of united Italy; university (1405); a major industrial centre, producing most of Italy’s cars. Pop: 865 263 (2001)Italian name: Torino.
How do you spell Turin?
Correct spelling for the English word “turin” is [tjəɹˈɪn], [tjəɹˈɪn], [t_j_ə_ɹ_ˈɪ_n] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Similar spelling words for TURIN
- tureen,
- Turney,
- turano,
- taurine,
- turn.
How is a pronounced?
Does anyone know if there are rules governing the pronunciation of “a”? It’s either “AYE” or “UH”, depending on the word following.