How to pronounce gordita
Say it like gor-DEE-tuh. Gordita has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEE).
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- gor
- DEE
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gordita pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- gorKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- DEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gordita
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: gaw-DEE-tuh.
What does gordita mean?
- A thick tortilla as made in Mexico, frequently stuffed and made of corn flour.
Where does gordita come from?
Borrowed from Spanish gordita.
Words that rhyme with gordita
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gordita.
Questions about saying gordita
How do you pronounce gordita?
Say gor-DEE-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ɡɔrˈditə/. In British English it is /ɡɔːˈdiːtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gordita?
Gordita has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEE). Broken into parts: gor · DEE · tuh.
Is gordita pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ɡɔːˈdiːtə/ (gaw-DEE-tuh).