How to Pronounce “foie gras”
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- American (US)
- /ˌfwɑ ˈɡɹɑ/
- British (UK)
- /ˌfwɑː ˈɡɹɑː/
What “foie gras” means
noun — The fattened liver of geese or ducks, used for gourmet cooking.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “foie gras” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˌfwɑ ˈɡɹɑ/ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "foie gras" mean?
foie gras (noun): The fattened liver of geese or ducks, used for gourmet cooking.
How do you pronounce "foie gras" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˌfwɑ ˈɡɹɑ/. British English: /ˌfwɑː ˈɡɹɑː/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "foie gras"?
/ˌfwɑ ˈɡɹɑ/ in American English, /ˌfwɑː ˈɡɹɑː/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "foie gras"?
“foie gras” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˌfwɑ ˈɡɹɑ/ 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.
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