How to Pronounce “calzone”

American (US)

/kælˈzoʊn/

British (UK)

/kæltˈsəʊni/

noun — A baked Italian turnover made of pizza dough and stuffed with tomato, cheese and other toppings.

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

Where the stress falls. “calzone” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /kælˈzoʊn/ 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 "calzone" mean?

calzone (noun): A baked Italian turnover made of pizza dough and stuffed with tomato, cheese and other toppings.

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

American English: /kælˈzoʊn/. British English: /kæltˈsəʊni/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "calzone"?

/kælˈzoʊn/ in American English, /kæltˈsəʊni/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "calzone"?

“calzone” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /kælˈzoʊn/ 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.