A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Uffizi
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy, pronounced with a distinct 'chee' sound at the end.
uffizi
oof-FEET-chee
/ufˈfits.i/ · oof · feet · chee
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It might come up when planning a trip, reading about Renaissance art, or in documentaries about Italian culture.
Where the word comes from
The name 'Uffizi' comes from the Italian word 'uffizi', meaning 'offices'. This refers to the building's original purpose as administrative offices for the Florentine magistrates.
Common ways people get it wrong
- yoo-FIT-see This common mistake comes from trying to pronounce the 'U' like 'you' and the 'zz' like 'z'. Remember the 'U' is like 'oo' and 'zz' is like 'ts'.
- uff-IZ-ee The final 'i' in Italian is pronounced like 'ee', not 'uh'. Aim for a clear 'chee' sound at the end.
Frequently asked
How do you pronounce Uffizi Gallery?
The Uffizi Gallery is pronounced 'oof-FEET-chee'. The stress is on the second syllable, 'FEET'.
Is it Uffizi or Uffitzi?
The correct spelling is Uffizi. The pronunciation reflects this with a 'ts' sound for the 'zz', resulting in 'oof-FEET-chee'.
What does Uffizi mean?
Uffizi means 'offices' in Italian. The building was originally constructed as administrative offices for Florentine magistrates.
