Pronunciation guide

How to pronounce charcuterie

shar-KOO-tuh-ree (US) or shar-KYOO-tuh-ree (UK); four syllables, stress on the 2nd

US/ʃɑɹˈkutəɹi/

ʃɑɹkutəɹi

UK/ʃɑːɹˈkjuːtəɹi/

ʃɑːɹkjuːtəɹi

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Common mistake

Not 'char-KOOT'; it is four syllables, and the 'ch' is 'sh'.

What “charcuterie” means

The practice of cooking and preparing ready-to-eat meat products, especially pork.

Cured meat that is ready to be eaten, especially pork.

In a sentence

  • We picked up a selection of charcuterie for the picnic, including cured meats and terrines.
  • The deli window showcases a wide range of charcuterie, from pâtés to salamis.

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