How to Pronounce Espresso

To pronounce "espresso", say espr-ESS-o — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌɛksˈpɹɛˌsoʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˌɛksˈpɹɛˌsoʊ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ɛspɹˈɛsəʊ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “espresso”

Break "espresso" into 3 beats and lean on "ESS" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does espresso mean?

noun

  1. A concentrated coffee beverage brewed by forcing hot water under high pressure through finely ground coffee.
  2. A drink that includes espresso as an ingredient.

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Words that rhyme with espresso

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

coffeecafecoffeehouseexpresscastamericanolungo

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "espresso"?▾

"Espresso" has 3 syllables: espr · ess · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "espresso"?▾

The IPA transcription of "espresso" is /ˌɛksˈpɹɛˌsoʊ/.

What does "espresso" mean?▾

Espresso: A concentrated coffee beverage brewed by forcing hot water under high pressure through finely ground coffee.

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