What does "Charcuterie" mean?
nounA branch of cooking devoted to prepared meat products such as bacon, ham, sausage, and pâtés.
Origin of "Charcuterie"
From French chair cuite meaning cooked flesh.
How to Say "Charcuterie"
shar-KOO-tuh-ree. Start with 'shar' like 'shar' in 'sharp', then 'KOO' rhymes with 'moo', followed by 'tuh' as in 'tuh' in 'tummy', and finish with 'ree' like 'ree' in 'free'. Stress the second syllable: KOO.
The most common mistake is mispronouncing the second syllable, often saying 'char-cue-tuh-ree' instead of the correct 'char-KOO-tuh-ree' which alters the emphasis.
We ordered a charcuterie board for the party, filled with various cheeses, meats, and olives.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce Charcuterie?
Charcuterie is pronounced ʃɑːrˈkuːtəri. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.
Is Charcuterie hard to pronounce?
Charcuterie is considered hard to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is ʃɑːrˈkuːtəri.
What language is Charcuterie from?
Charcuterie originates from French. From French chair cuite meaning cooked flesh.