How to pronounce Limoncello

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /limonˈtʃɛllo/. In plain English letters that is lee-mon-CHEL-loh, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. There is no recording by a native speaker yet, so use the spelling and the IPA.

What is Limoncello?

Limoncello is a drink of Italy. Where it comes from: Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. People usually eat it on festive days. It tastes sweet and fresh.

Where Limoncello comes from

Limoncello is one of 141 signature dishes of Italy on this map. See all dishes from Campania.

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