How to Pronounce "recipe"
The correct pronunciation of "recipe" is RES-uh-pee /ˈres.ə.pi/. Here is a simple breakdown, the mistake Indian speakers commonly make, and how to fix it.
How Do You Pronounce "recipe"?
"recipe" is pronounced RES-uh-pee /ˈres.ə.pi/, with the stress on the first syllable (res). It is a noun meaning a set of instructions for preparing a dish.
Three syllables ending in "-pee", not "-ipe". The final "e" is pronounced.
Listen for the stressed syllable and copy its rhythm — getting the stress right matters more than any single sound.
Say "recipe" Step by Step
Break the word down, get the stress right, then blend it back together at normal speed. Repeat each step out loud three times.
Break it into syllables
RES-uh-pee — say each part slowly and separately first.
Stress the right part
First syllable (RES). Make the stressed syllable a little louder and longer.
Nail the key sound
Three syllables ending in "-pee", not "-ipe". The final "e" is pronounced.
Blend and repeat
Now say "recipe" at normal speed: RES-uh-pee. Record yourself and compare.
How Indian Speakers Often Say "recipe" (and the Fix)
| Aspect | Common in India (incorrect) | Correct |
|---|---|---|
| Sounds like | Saying "re-SIPE" (two syllables, rhyming with "ripe"). | RES-uh-pee /ˈres.ə.pi/ |
| Stress | Often on the wrong syllable | First syllable (RES). |
Why "recipe" Is Tricky — and How to Fix It
Why this happens
The "-ipe" spelling looks like "ripe" or "wipe", so the final "e" gets dropped.
Tip: Say RES, then "uh", then "pee": RES-uh-pee.
Practice "recipe" in Context
Use "recipe" in a sentence
Can you share the recipe?
Use "recipe" in a sentence
This recipe needs three eggs.
Use "recipe" in a sentence
It's my grandmother's recipe.
Related: recipes
Plural keeps the sound: RES-uh-peez.
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