Pronunciation guide

How to pronounce macaron

MAK-uh-ron (US) or mak-uh-RON (UK); three syllables

US/ˈmækəɹɑn/

mækəɹɑn

UK/mækəˈɹɒn/

mækəɹɒn

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Common mistake

A 'macaron' is the meringue sandwich cookie; a 'macaroon' (mak-uh-ROON) is the coconut one.

What “macaron” means

Any of various confections made with almond and egg white, traditionally made in France.

In a sentence

  • A macaron is a delicate almond-based French cookie, typically colorful and sandwich-filled with ganache or buttercream.
  • She brought a box of macarons to the party and everyone admired their crisp shells and chewy centers.

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