How to Pronounce “teriyaki”
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- American (US)
- /ˌtɛ.ɹiˈjɑ.ki/
- British (UK)
- /ˌtɛ.ɹɪˈjɑː.ki/
- Australian (AU)
- /ˌte.ɹiːˈjɐː.ki/
What “teriyaki” means
noun — A cooking technique used in Japanese cuisine in which foods are broiled or grilled in a sweet soy sauce marinade.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “teriyaki” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ˌtɛ.ɹiˈjɑ.ki/ 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 "teriyaki" mean?
teriyaki (noun): A cooking technique used in Japanese cuisine in which foods are broiled or grilled in a sweet soy sauce marinade.
How do you pronounce "teriyaki" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˌtɛ.ɹiˈjɑ.ki/. British English: /ˌtɛ.ɹɪˈjɑː.ki/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "teriyaki"?
/ˌtɛ.ɹiˈjɑ.ki/ in American English, /ˌtɛ.ɹɪˈjɑː.ki/ in British English, /ˌte.ɹiːˈjɐː.ki/ in Australian English.
Which syllable is stressed in "teriyaki"?
“teriyaki” has 4 syllables, and the transcription /ˌtɛ.ɹiˈjɑ.ki/ 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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