19 Food Names You've Been Saying Wrong All This Time ...

Holly Feb 2, 2021

You might be pronouncing the names of certain foods incorrectly without even realizing it. Thankfully, Elite Daily has compiled a list of foods that are commonly mispronounced. It's time to see if you've been saying your favorite dishes wrong!

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1. Bruschetta

Bruschetta

2. Quinoa

Quinoa

3. Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon

4. Hors D'oeuvre

Hors D'oeuvre

5. Sorbet

Sorbet

6. Tzatziki

Tzatziki

7. Provolone

Provolone

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Provolone is a semi-hard Italian cheese made from cow's milk. It is a member of the pasta filata family, which includes other popular Italian cheeses such as mozzarella and caciocavallo. Its flavor is mild yet tangy, with a slightly smoky note. The texture is elastic and smooth, making it perfect for slicing and melting.

Provolone is often used as a table cheese, as well as in sandwiches and other recipes. It is an excellent substitute for mozzarella in pizzas and can also be used in dishes such as lasagna and eggplant parmesan. Provolone is available in a variety of shapes and sizes, from small rounds to large wheels.

When buying provolone, look for a cheese with a glossy, yellow-brown rind. The interior should be smooth and creamy, with a slightly grainy texture. The flavor should be slightly tangy and salty, with a hint of nuttiness. Avoid cheeses with a dry, crumbly texture or a bitter aftertaste.

8. Beignet

Beignet

9. Cognac

Cognac

10. Edamame

Edamame

11. Gnocchi

Gnocchi

12. Quesadilla

Quesadilla

13. Espresso

Espresso

14. Escargot

Escargot

15. Pinot Grigio

Pinot Grigio

16. Acai Berries

Acai Berries

17. Hollandaise

Hollandaise

18. Foie Gras

Foie Gras

19. De Jour

De Jour Have you been pronouncing any of these food names incorrectly without realizing it?

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Bruschetta ... I really thought it was like Schmidt, Bru- shetta.... Funny...!

It's ke-sa-di-ya actually.

Açaí is pronounced ah-sigh-ee!!! Not ah-sigh!

Yay! I've been saying them all correctly! Another that almost everyone pronounces incorrectly is Gyro, it's NOT J-eye-ro!!!!

I'm Greek and the t's in tzatziki are actually pronounced

I'm French and this is so funny how they wrote the words! I love the way English speakers talk!

Nope, I know how to say all of those. I like to tease people who pronounce bruschetta with the ch as in "cheese" sound. It's an Italian word. To have the ch sound it would be spelled bruscetta, no h.