Spaghetti is a long, thin pasta that is a staple of Italian cuisine. The word “spaghetti” comes from the Italian word “spaghetto,” which means “little string.” Spaghetti is typically made from durum wheat flour, water, and salt. It is cooked by boiling it in water until it is al dente, or “to the tooth.” Spaghetti can be served with a variety of sauces, including tomato sauce, pesto, and Alfredo sauce.
The correct pronunciation of “spaghetti” in English is “spah-GEHT-tee.” The emphasis is on the second syllable. The “g” in “spaghetti” is pronounced as a hard “g,” as in the word “go.” The “i” in “spaghetti” is pronounced as a short “i,” as in the word “sit.” The “tt” in “spaghetti” is pronounced as a single “t” sound.
