How to pronounce lutefisk
Say it like LOO-tuh-fisk. Lutefisk has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO).
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- LOO
- tuh
- fisk
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lutefisk pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- fiskKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lutefisk
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: LOO-tuh-fisk.
What does lutefisk mean?
- A traditional Nordic dish made from stockfish and soda lye.
Where does lutefisk come from?
From Norwegian lutefisk, compare with Swedish lutfisk.
Questions about saying lutefisk
How do you pronounce lutefisk?
Say LOO-tuh-fisk. The American pronunciation is /ˈlutəfɪsk/. In British English it is /ˈluːtəfɪsk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lutefisk?
Lutefisk has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO). Broken into parts: LOO · tuh · fisk.
Is lutefisk 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 /ˈluːtəfɪsk/ (LOO-tuh-fisk).