How to pronounce bolognese
Say it like boh-luh-NEEZ. Bolognese has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NEEZ).
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- boh
- luh
- NEEZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bolognese pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- bohGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NEEZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of bolognese
American and British speakers say bolognese in essentially the same way: /ˌboʊləˈniz/ in the US and /ˌbɒləˈneɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: bol-uh-NAYZ.
What does bolognese mean?
- An Italian sauce made from ground meat and tomato, originating in Bologna.
- A dish served with bolognese.“Handmade pasta bolognese.”
Where does bolognese come from?
From Italian bolognese (literally “from Bologna”).
Words that rhyme with bolognese
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bolognese.
Questions about saying bolognese
How do you pronounce bolognese?
Say boh-luh-NEEZ. The American pronunciation is /ˌboʊləˈniz/. In British English it is /ˌbɒləˈneɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bolognese?
Bolognese has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NEEZ). Broken into parts: boh · luh · NEEZ.
Do Americans and Brits say bolognese the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌboʊləˈniz/ and the British form is /ˌbɒləˈneɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.