Are you looking to learn how to correctly pronounce the Italian pasta dish, penne? Pronouncing penne correctly is easy. Just follow these simple steps and you'll be pronouncing it like a native English speaker in no time.
First, the 'P' in penne is pronounced as a soft 'P' sound, like the 'P' in the word 'put.'
Next, the 'e' in penne is pronounced like the 'e' in 'pet.'
The first 'n' in penne is pronounced like the 'n' in 'nice.'
The second 'n' is pronounced like the 'n' in 'nose.'
Finally, the 'e' at the end of penne is pronounced like the 'e' in 'met.'
To practice, say the letters of penne out loud, and then say the word itself. Once you feel comfortable with the individual sounds, say the word “penne” several times in a row.
When you’re ready, you can practice saying the word in normal conversation. Penne is a tasty Italian pasta dish, so the next time someone asks what’s for dinner, you'll be able to confidently say “penne!”
By following these simple steps, you'll be pronouncing penne like a native English speaker in no time!