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mascarpone
Definition:
(nou) soft mild Italian cream cheese
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But mascarpone cream is 'not' just mascarpone and cream.
Fold in mascarpone, vanilla and avocado.
His voice is so beautiful and creamy, it reminds me of whipped mascarpone.
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Common mistakes of mascarpone pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners stress the first syllable ("MAS-car-pone") or the second ("mas-CAR-pone"), but the correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌmæs.kɑːrˈpoʊ.neɪ/ in English, /maskarˈpoːne/ in Italian. Tip: Emphasize the "po" syllable for accuracy.
- Vowel sound confusion: A common mistake is shortening the final vowel, saying "mas-car-pon" /ˈmæs.kɑːr.pɒn/. The correct ending is /neɪ/ in English or /ne/ in Italian. Tip: Think of the English ending like "neigh" or the Italian ending as a short "ne."
- Dropping the final syllable: Some learners cut it short as "mascarpon," omitting the final "e." This is incorrect — all four syllables must be pronounced. Tip: Always say "mas-car-PO-ne."
- Adding extra sounds: Some pronounce it as "mascarponey" /ˌmæs.kɑːrˈpoʊ.niː/, inserting an unnecessary "y." The correct form ends simply with /neɪ/ or /ne/. Tip: Avoid adding a trailing /i/ sound.
- Weakening the "r": Learners sometimes soften or drop the "r," producing "masca-pone" /ˈmæs.kəˌpoʊn/. The "r" should remain audible in both English and Italian. Tip: Keep the /r/ clear for proper flow.