“Lo” or “Low”

Overview

lo / low are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

lo: NA

low: (noun) an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation. (noun) British political cartoonist (born in New Zealand) who created the character Colonel Blimp (1891-1963). (noun) a low level or position or degree. (adjective) less than normal in degree or intensity or amount. (adjective) literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension. (adjective) very low in volume. (adjective) unrefined in character. (adjective) used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency. (adverb) in a low position; near the ground.

Pronunciation

lo: l·OW

low: l·OW

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