How to pronounce alfresco
Say it like al-FRES-koh. Alfresco has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FRES).
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- al
- FRES
- koh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alfresco pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- alKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- FRESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- kohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of alfresco
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: al-FRES-koh.
What does alfresco mean?
- Outdoor, open to the atmosphere.“The walking district features many alfresco cafés.”
- Outdoors; in fresh air.“As it was a sunny afternoon, we decided to dine alfresco on the patio.”
- Onto fresh plaster that is still moist.
Where does alfresco come from?
From Italian al fresco.
Questions about saying alfresco
How do you pronounce alfresco?
Say al-FRES-koh. The American pronunciation is /ælˈfrɛskoʊ/. In British English it is /ælˈfrɛskəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alfresco?
Alfresco has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FRES). Broken into parts: al · FRES · koh.
Is alfresco 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 /ælˈfrɛskəʊ/ (al-FRES-koh).