What does "Andouille" mean?
nounA smoked pork sausage used especially in Cajun cooking, originating from France.
Origin of "Andouille"
From French andouille meaning pork sausage. The LLE at the end is silent in French.
How to Say "Andouille"
The word has three syllables: 'an' sounds like 'an' in 'and', 'doo' sounds like 'doo' in 'do', and 'ee' sounds like 'ee' in 'see'. Stress the second syllable, so it sounds like 'an-DOO-ee'.
Many people mistakenly pronounce it as 'an-dool', failing to emphasize the correct vowel sounds and syllables.
The dish was rich with the smoky flavor of andouille sausage, making it a perfect addition to the gumbo.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce Andouille?
Andouille is pronounced ænˈduːi. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.
Is Andouille hard to pronounce?
Andouille is considered hard to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is ænˈduːi.
What language is Andouille from?
Andouille originates from French. From French andouille meaning pork sausage. The LLE at the end is silent in French.