How to Pronounce "samosas"

word

səˈmoʊsəz

suh-MOH-suz

sæmˈəʊsəz

sam-OH-suz

Definition

Samosas are a popular snack from South Asia, usually consisting of a fried or baked pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, meat, or vegetables. They are often triangular in shape and served with chutney.

IPA Transcription

American English

səˈmoʊsəz

British English

sæmˈəʊsəz

Simplified Pronunciation

suh-MOH-suz

sam-OH-suz

Listen in Context

We ordered spicy samosas at the restaurant.

My grandmother makes delicious samosas every weekend.

I like to eat samosas with sweet chutney.

Those samosas were gone in seconds—they were that good!