How to Pronounce "pasties"
word
ˈpeɪstiz
PAY-steez
pˈɑːstɪz
PAH-steez
Definition
Pasties can refer to (1) a traditional British baked pastry filled with meat and vegetables, especially from Cornwall (Cornish pasty), or (2) small coverings worn over the nipples, usually for performances or as part of costumes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪstiz
British English
pˈɑːstɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY-steez
UK
PAH-steez
Listen in Context
We bought some pasties for lunch.
The dancer wore sparkling pasties on stage.
Traditional Cornish pasties are filled with beef, potato, and onion.
They served hot pasties right out of the oven at the festival.