How to Pronounce "nasi"
word
ˈnɑsi
NAH-see
ˈnɑːsi
NAH-see
Definition
Nasi is the Indonesian and Malay word for cooked rice, which is a staple food in many Southeast Asian countries.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑsi
British English
ˈnɑːsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAH-see
UK
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Listen in Context
I tried nasi for the first time in Indonesia.
Nasi is served with chicken and vegetables.
Many people eat nasi every day.
My favorite dish there was nasi goreng—so flavorful!