How to Pronounce Tortilla

To pronounce "tortilla", say TORT-ill-a — 3 syllables, IPA /tɔːˈti.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/tɔːˈti.ə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tortilla”

"tortilla" has 3 syllables: tort-ill-a. It rhymes with idea and stria, if that helps it stick.

What does tortilla mean?

noun

(Mexican cuisine) A flat round bread made out of cornmeal or flour. In Mexican cuisine they are often served with a filling or topping such as frijoles "beans", carne "meat", salsa "sauce", sour cream and cheese; in the latter case they are called quesadillas.
(Spanish cuisine) Spanish omelette; an omelette containing potatoes and onions.

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Words that rhyme with tortilla

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tortilla"?▾

"Tortilla" has 3 syllables: tort · ill · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "tortilla"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tortilla" is /tɔːˈti.ə/.

What does "tortilla" mean?▾

Tortilla: (Mexican cuisine) A flat round bread made out of cornmeal or flour. In Mexican cuisine they are often served with a filling or topping such as frijoles "beans", carne "meat", salsa "sauce", sour cream and cheese; in the latter case they are called quesadillas.

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