How to Pronounce "baklava"
word
bəˈklɑː.və
buh-KLAH-vuh
bæklˈɑːvɐ
bak-LAH-vuh
Definition
A rich, sweet pastry made of layers of thin dough, nuts, and honey or syrup, popular in Middle Eastern, Turkish, and Mediterranean cuisines.
IPA Transcription
American English
bəˈklɑː.və
British English
bæklˈɑːvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
buh-KLAH-vuh
UK
bak-LAH-vuh
Listen in Context
I love eating baklava for dessert.
My friend gave me some homemade baklava.
They sell delicious baklava at the bakery.
Have you ever tried pistachio baklava?