A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Bruschetta
An Italian appetizer of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with tomatoes and olive oil.
bruschetta
broo-SHET-uh
/bruːˈʃɛtə/ · bru · shet · ta
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
You'll most commonly see bruschetta on Italian restaurant menus, often listed under appetizers or antipasti. It's also a popular dish to make at home, especially during tomato season.
Where the word comes from
The word comes from Italian, where 'bruscare' means 'to roast over coals'. It refers to the way the bread is traditionally grilled.
Common ways people get it wrong
- broo-SHET-uh Some people might try to pronounce the 'ch' like in 'church', but in Italian, 'ch' before 'e' or 'i' makes a 'k' sound. Here, the 'sch' is like 'sh'.
- bru-SKET-uh This mispronunciation comes from confusing the Italian 'ch' sound with a 'k' sound, which isn't correct for this word.
Frequently asked
How do you say bruschetta?
The most common pronunciation in American English is broo-SHET-uh. The stress is on the second syllable.
Is bruschetta Italian or Spanish?
Bruschetta is an Italian dish. The word itself comes from the Italian verb 'bruscare', meaning to roast over coals.
What is bruschetta made of?
Traditionally, bruschetta is made of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil. Toppings often include diced tomatoes, basil, and sometimes other ingredients.
How do real Italians say bruschetta?
Italians pronounce bruschetta with a hard 'k' sound for the 'c', making it sound like 'broo-SKET-ta'. The emphasis is on the second syllable.
Is it bru sket ta or bru shet ta?
The correct pronunciation in Italian is 'broo-SKET-ta', with a hard 'k' sound. The 'sh' sound is incorrect.
Do you pronounce the C in bruschetta?
Yes, the 'c' in bruschetta is pronounced. It makes a hard 'k' sound, similar to the 'k' in 'sky'.
How do you say bruschetta in Sicilian?
In Sicilian dialect, bruschetta is often pronounced 'bruschetta' with a similar emphasis and 'k' sound as in standard Italian, though regional variations may exist.
