Loanword · Thai · Food & Drinks
How to Pronounce Sriracha/2-syl/
/sɪˈrɑː.tʃə/
Named after Si Racha, a coastal city in Thailand. The original sauce was made there before being popularized in the US.
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·SRIRA·
CHA
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SRIRA
- cha
sɪˈrɑː.tʃə — correct
Frequently asked questions 6
How do you pronounce Sriracha?
Sriracha is pronounced /sɪˈrɑː.tʃə/ — "SRIRA-cha" with primary stress on the first syllable.
How many syllables are in Sriracha?
Sriracha has 2 syllables: SRIRA-cha. Stress falls on the first syllable.
Which syllable is stressed in Sriracha?
The first syllable — "SRIRA" — carries primary stress: /sɪˈrɑː.tʃə/.
Where does the word Sriracha come from?
Sriracha is a Thai loanword — Named after Si Racha, a coastal city in Thailand. The original sauce was made there before being popularized in the US..
Is Sriracha pronounced the same in British, American and Australian English?
Sriracha is pronounced the same in all major English dialects.
How can I practice pronouncing Sriracha?
Break the word into 2 syllables and exaggerate each: SRIRA—CHA. Stress the first syllable loudly.