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ricotta
Definition:
(nou) soft Italian cheese like cottage cheese
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Also, ricotta might be found as an ingredient.
Therefore it should not appear before ricotta.
Homemade cheese and ricotta normally dried outdoors.
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Common mistakes of ricotta pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly place the stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ri-ˈkɒt.ə" instead of the correct "ˈrɪ.kɒt.ə". Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable when saying "ricotta".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce "ricotta" with an "o" sound like in "hot", resulting in "ri-ˈkɔt.ə". The correct pronunciation has a short "ɒ" sound as in "cot". Tip: Focus on making the "o" sound more like "a".
- Overemphasizing the "c": A common mistake is to pronounce the "c" too strongly, leading to "ri-ˈkɒt.tə". The correct pronunciation is smoother, with a softer "c" sound. Tip: Keep the "c" gentle, almost blending it with the following "o".
- Ignoring the double "t": Some may pronounce "ricotta" as if it has a single "t", saying "ri-ˈkɒd.ə". However, both "t"s should be clear. Tip: Practice saying "t" distinctly, as in "tea", to capture the correct sound.
- Skipping the final "a": Learners might drop the final "a", resulting in "ri-ˈkɒt". The full word should end with a clear "ə" sound. Tip: Make sure to finish the word with a soft "a" to sound complete.