How to pronounce demitasse
Say it like DEM-ih-tas. Demitasse has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEM).
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- DEM
- ih
- tas
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Demitasse pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tasKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of demitasse
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: DEM-ih-tas.
What does demitasse mean?
- A small cup of strong black coffee.
- The cup in which this coffee is served.
Where does demitasse come from?
From French demi-tasse (literally “half cup”), from demi- (“half-”) + tasse (“cup”).
Questions about saying demitasse
How do you pronounce demitasse?
Say DEM-ih-tas. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɛmɪtæs/. In British English it is /ˈdɛmɪtæs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in demitasse?
Demitasse has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEM). Broken into parts: DEM · ih · tas.
Is demitasse 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 /ˈdɛmɪtæs/ (DEM-ih-tas).