How to pronounce torta
Say it like TOR-tuh. Torta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOR).
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- TOR
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Torta pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of torta
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TAW-tuh.
What does torta mean?
- A sandwich, served either hot or cold, on an oblong white sandwich roll, derived from Mexican cuisine.
- A flat heap of moist, crushed silver ore, prepared for the patio process.
- An overweight or obese Hispanic woman, especially one deemed attractive.
- A Philippine omelette of ground meat and potatoes.
- An Italian cake.
Where does torta come from?
Borrowed from Spanish torta, from Latin turta, thought to derive from Latin tŏrta f (“twisted”).
Words that rhyme with torta
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of torta.
Questions about saying torta
How do you pronounce torta?
Say TOR-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɔrtə/. In British English it is /ˈtɔːtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in torta?
Torta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TOR). Broken into parts: TOR · tuh.
Is torta 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 /ˈtɔːtə/ (TAW-tuh).