How to Pronounce “prosciutto”
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- American (US)
- /proʊˈʃuːtoʊ/
- British (UK)
- /prəˈʃʊtəʊ/
What “prosciutto” means
noun — Italian dry-cured ham, sliced very thinly and eaten uncooked.
Example: Prosciutto and melon is a classic summer starter.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “prosciutto” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /proʊˈʃuːtoʊ/ 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 "prosciutto" mean?
prosciutto (noun): Italian dry-cured ham, sliced very thinly and eaten uncooked. For example — Prosciutto and melon is a classic summer starter.
How do you pronounce "prosciutto" in American vs British English?
American English: /proʊˈʃuːtoʊ/. British English: /prəˈʃʊtəʊ/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "prosciutto"?
/proʊˈʃuːtoʊ/ in American English, /prəˈʃʊtəʊ/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "prosciutto"?
“prosciutto” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /proʊˈʃuːtoʊ/ 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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