How to pronounce Buko pie

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /ˈbuko paɪ/. In plain English letters that is BOO-koh PIE, 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 Buko pie?

Buko pie is a dessert of the Philippines. Where it comes from: Laguna (Los Baños). People usually eat it at teatime. Its main ingredients are dairy & cheese. It tastes sweet.

Where Buko pie comes from

Buko pie is one of 34 signature dishes of the Philippines on this map. See all dishes from CALABARZON (Region IV-A).

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