Tongue-Twisting Food Fails: 8 Foods Everyone Pronounces Wrong!
Have you ever ordered a dish or drink but hesitated to say its name because you were afraid you’d sound silly? You’re not alone! Many food and drink names are true tongue twisters, and people massively mispronounce them. Get ready as we bust myths and reveal how to properly pronounce some of the most popular foods!
1. Quesadilla – it’s not ‘kesadilja’, it’s ‘kesateja’! This Mexican delicacy, meaning a small cheesy snack, is often mispronounced as ‘kesadilja’, but the correct pronunciation is ‘kesateja’. Imagine a tortilla folded with cheese and other ingredients, cooked until the filling melts. Next time you’re at a Mexican restaurant, don’t hesitate to say ‘kesateja’ – you’ll sound like a pro!
2. Sriracha – skip the first ‘r’ and say ‘sirača’! This Thai spicy sauce made from red jalapeño peppers, garlic, vinegar, sugar, and salt has gained cult status. However, most people don’t know it’s pronounced ‘sirača’, not ‘sriracha’. Just skip the first ‘r’ and enjoy the flavor without the tongue trouble.
3. Latte – it’s not ‘latte’, it’s ‘late’! This creamy drink made from double espresso and steamed milk often sparks debates about pronunciation. The correct way is ‘late’, because ‘latte’ means milk in Italian. Next time you order, don’t get confused – say ‘late’ and enjoy your drink.
4. Nutella – it’s not ‘nutela’, it’s ‘njutela’! This popular hazelnut and chocolate spread has an unexpected pronunciation originating from Italy. It was created by a bakery owner from Piedmont, Pietro Ferrero, in the 1940s as a way to better use expensive cocoa mass. So next time you spread it on bread, say ‘njutela’ and impress your friends.
5. Gouda – it’s not ‘guda’, it’s ‘ghouda’! This semi-hard cow’s milk cheese from southern Holland has a tricky pronunciation with a throaty ‘g’ sound, like clearing your throat. You can simplify it to ‘hauda’, but true connoisseurs know ‘ghouda’ is the real deal.
6. Espresso – it’s not ‘ekspreso’, it’s ‘espreso’! This small coffee drink with caramel-colored crema is often mispronounced. The correct way is ‘espreso’, not ‘ekspreso’. Next time you order, don’t make the mistake that will give you away as a newbie.
7. Dr. Oetker – it’s not ‘oetker’, it’s ‘etker’! This famous German company, founded in 1891, known for frozen pizzas and cakes, has a name often mispronounced. The correct pronunciation is ‘etker’, not ‘oetker’. Now you know how to impress at your next family gathering.
8. Burrata – it’s not ‘burata’, it’s ‘burata’! This refreshing creamy cheese takes things to the next level. It’s pronounced ‘burata’ and sounds almost as lovely as the cheese itself.
Why does this matter? Imagine how many times you hesitated to order something because you weren’t sure how to say it. Or heard someone struggle with pronunciation and thought, “It’s not that hard!” But it’s not just about sounding smart. Correct pronunciation shows respect for the culture the food comes from and can open doors to new tastes and experiences.
Bonus fact: Nutella, the beloved spread, isn’t pronounced the way most people think. ‘Njutela’ is the right way, and this tidbit can be a great conversation starter at your next hangout.
Conclusion: Next time you order quesadilla, sriracha, or espresso, remember this guide. Don’t let language barriers stop you from enjoying your favorite foods and drinks. And if you’re already a pronunciation pro, drop a funny comment or share your pronunciation story in the comments – maybe you’ll make us all laugh or surprise us!
In the world of food, pronunciation is half the fun – and now you’re ready to be the boss!
Source: MSN, Blic, Kurir
