How to pronounce negroni
Say it like nuh-GROH-nee. Negroni has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GROH).
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- nuh
- GROH
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Negroni pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- GROHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of negroni
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: nih-GROH-nih.
What does negroni mean?
- A cocktail consisting of gin, Campari and vermouth, usually in equal parts.
Where does negroni come from?
The origin of the drink's name is disputed.
Words that rhyme with negroni
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of negroni.
Questions about saying negroni
How do you pronounce negroni?
Say nuh-GROH-nee. The American pronunciation is /nəˈɡroʊni/. In British English it is /nɪˈɡrəʊnɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in negroni?
Negroni has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GROH). Broken into parts: nuh · GROH · nee.
Is negroni pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /nɪˈɡrəʊnɪ/ (nih-GROH-nih).