How to Pronounce “osso buco”
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- American (US)
- /ˌɑsoʊ ˈbukoʊ/
- British (UK)
- /ˌɒsəʊ ˈbuːkəʊ/
What “osso buco” means
noun — A northern Italian dish of veal shanks and marrowbones braised in white wine, tomatoes, etc., often served with risotto.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “osso buco” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ˌɑsoʊ ˈbukoʊ/ 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 "osso buco" mean?
osso buco (noun): A northern Italian dish of veal shanks and marrowbones braised in white wine, tomatoes, etc., often served with risotto.
How do you pronounce "osso buco" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˌɑsoʊ ˈbukoʊ/. British English: /ˌɒsəʊ ˈbuːkəʊ/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "osso buco"?
/ˌɑsoʊ ˈbukoʊ/ in American English, /ˌɒsəʊ ˈbuːkəʊ/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "osso buco"?
“osso buco” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ˌɑsoʊ ˈbukoʊ/ 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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