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pizza
Definition:
(nou) Italian open pie made of thin bread dough spread with a spiced mixture of e.g. tomato sauce and cheese
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpiːtsə
Examples:
The pizza maker makes the pizza using the pizza factory.
Pizza sauce is ladled over the top crust and the pizza is baked.
They had pizza at the restaurant.
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Common mistakes of pizza pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "pi-ZA" instead of the correct "PIZ-za" (ˈpiːtsə in US, ˈpɪtsə in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable when pronouncing "pizza".
- Overemphasizing vowels: Saying "pee-za" or "pee-tza" can distort the pronunciation. The correct vowel sounds are short, as in "pits". Tip: Practice saying "pizza" with a quick, relaxed vowel sound.
- Adding extra sounds: Some people mistakenly pronounce it as "pizz-a" with an exaggerated "a" sound at the end. The correct pronunciation ends sharply with "za". Tip: Keep the ending crisp and avoid elongating the last syllable.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may mix "pizza" with "pita" or "pisa". "Pizza" has a distinct "z" sound (ˈpiːtsə/ˈpɪtsə). Tip: Listen to native speakers and practice distinguishing the "z" sound in "pizza".
- Ignoring regional accents: In some regions, "pizza" may be pronounced differently, but the standard forms are "PIZ-za" (ˈpiːtsə/ˈpɪtsə). Tip: Familiarize yourself with various accents to improve your overall pronunciation of "pizza".