How to Pronounce “cappuccino”
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- American (US)
- /ˌkæpuˈtʃiːnoʊ/
- British (UK)
- /ˌkæpʊˈtʃiːnəʊ/
What “cappuccino” means
noun — An espresso-based coffee topped with steamed and foamed milk in roughly equal parts.
Example: She ordered a cappuccino and a croissant.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “cappuccino” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkæpuˈtʃiːnoʊ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "cappuccino" mean?
cappuccino (noun): An espresso-based coffee topped with steamed and foamed milk in roughly equal parts. For example — She ordered a cappuccino and a croissant.
How do you pronounce "cappuccino" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˌkæpuˈtʃiːnoʊ/. British English: /ˌkæpʊˈtʃiːnəʊ/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "cappuccino"?
/ˌkæpuˈtʃiːnoʊ/ in American English, /ˌkæpʊˈtʃiːnəʊ/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "cappuccino"?
“cappuccino” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ˌkæpuˈtʃiːnoʊ/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the third one — so the third syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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