How to Pronounce “baguette”

American (US)

/bæˈɡet/

British (UK)

/ˈbæɡet/

noun — A long thin loaf of French bread with a crisp crust.

Example: He tore the end off the baguette on the way home.

The final e is silent. The transcription /bæˈɡet/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “baguette” is not pronounced.

Where the stress falls. “baguette” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /bæˈɡet/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "baguette" mean?

baguette (noun): A long thin loaf of French bread with a crisp crust. For example — He tore the end off the baguette on the way home.

How do you pronounce "baguette" in American vs British English?

American English: /bæˈɡet/. British English: /ˈbæɡet/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "baguette"?

/bæˈɡet/ in American English, /ˈbæɡet/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "baguette"?

“baguette” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /bæˈɡet/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.