pizza

word

/ˈpitsə/
PEET-suh
/pˈiːtsɐ/
PEET-suh

Definition

A pizza is a flat baked dish with dough, tomato sauce, cheese, and often other toppings such as meat or vegetables. People usually eat it hot and often share it.

Usage & Nuances

Usually a countable noun: 'a pizza' or 'two pizzas'. Common collocations are 'order pizza', 'make pizza', 'a slice of pizza', and 'pizza delivery'. 'Toppings' are the ingredients on top.

Example Sentences

She made a pizza at home.

basic

I want a pizza for dinner.

basic

We ate the whole pizza in ten minutes.

natural

This pizza has cheese and mushrooms.

basic

Let's order a pizza and watch a movie.

natural

Do you want the last slice of pizza, or should I take it?

natural