How to pronounce zongzi
Say it like TSUUNGT-sih. Zongzi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TSUUNGT).
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- TSUUNGT
- sih
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zongzi pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TSUUNGTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- sihGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of zongzi
American and British speakers say zongzi in essentially the same way: /ˈtsʊŋtˌsɪ/ in the US and /ˈtsʊŋtˈsɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: TSUUNGT-SIH.
What does zongzi mean?
- A traditional Chinese dumpling of glutinous rice stuffed with a savoury or sweet filling, wrapped in large flat leaves, and cooked by steaming or boiling.
Questions about saying zongzi
How do you pronounce zongzi?
Say TSUUNGT-sih. The American pronunciation is /ˈtsʊŋtˌsɪ/. In British English it is /ˈtsʊŋtˈsɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zongzi?
Zongzi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TSUUNGT). Broken into parts: TSUUNGT · sih.
Do Americans and Brits say zongzi the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtsʊŋtˌsɪ/ and the British form is /ˈtsʊŋtˈsɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.