How to pronounce alfredo
Say it like alf-RAY-doh. Alfredo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAY).
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- alf
- RAY
- doh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alfredo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- alfGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- dohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of alfredo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: alf-RAY-doh.
What does alfredo mean?
- Alternative spelling of Alfredo.
Words that rhyme with alfredo
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of alfredo.
Questions about saying alfredo
How do you pronounce alfredo?
Say alf-RAY-doh. The American pronunciation is /ˌælfˈreɪdoʊ/. In British English it is /ˌælfˈreɪdəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alfredo?
Alfredo has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAY). Broken into parts: alf · RAY · doh.
Is alfredo pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌælfˈreɪdəʊ/ (alf-RAY-doh).