How to Pronounce Dessert

To pronounce "dessert", say DESS-ert — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪˈzɜːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/dɪˈzɜːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dessert”

"dessert" has 2 syllables: dess-ert. It rhymes with assert and inert, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: desert — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dessert mean?

noun

A sweet confection served as the last course of a meal

Synonyms

afters pudding sweet

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Words that rhyme with dessert

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assert inert overt spurt hurt convert subvert pervert avert flirt desert blurt

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dessert"?▾

"Dessert" has 2 syllables: dess · ert.

What is the IPA transcription of "dessert"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dessert" is /dɪˈzɜːt/.

What does "dessert" mean?▾

Dessert: A sweet confection served as the last course of a meal

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