How to pronounce moussaka
Say it like moo-SAH-kuh. Moussaka has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SAH).
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US American/muˈsɑkə/moo-SAH-kuh
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- moo
- SAH
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Moussaka pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- mooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- SAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does moussaka mean?
noun
- A dish consisting of layers of minced lamb or beef, sliced aubergine (eggplant) or potatoes, tomatoes and béchamel sauce, baked in the oven.
Words that rhyme with moussaka
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Questions about saying moussaka
How do you pronounce moussaka?
Say moo-SAH-kuh. The American pronunciation is /muˈsɑkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in moussaka?
Moussaka has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SAH). Broken into parts: moo · SAH · kuh.