How to pronounce bruschetta
Say it like broo-SKET-uh. Bruschetta has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKET).
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- broo
- SKET
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tip: In Italian the sch is a hard k: 'broo-SKET-uh'. 'broo-SHET-uh' is common in the US too.
Bruschetta pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- brooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- SKETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of bruschetta
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: bruu-SKET-uh.
What does bruschetta mean?
- A light Italian dish of toasted bread with a topping of olive oil, garlic and chopped tomatoes.
Where does bruschetta come from?
From Italian bruschetta, from bruscare (“to toast”).
Words that rhyme with bruschetta
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Questions about saying bruschetta
How do you pronounce bruschetta?
Say broo-SKET-uh. The American pronunciation is /bruˈskɛtə/. In British English it is /brʊˈskɛtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bruschetta?
Bruschetta has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKET). Broken into parts: broo · SKET · uh.
Is bruschetta pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /brʊˈskɛtə/ (bruu-SKET-uh).