How to pronounce Belfast bap

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /ˈbɛlfæst bæp/. In plain English letters that is BEL-fast BAP, 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 Belfast bap?

Belfast bap is a bread or pastry of the United Kingdom. Where it comes from: Northern Ireland. People usually eat it for breakfast and as a snack. Its main ingredients are wheat & flour. It tastes savory.

Where Belfast bap comes from

Belfast bap is one of 56 signature dishes of the United Kingdom on this map. See all dishes from Northern Ireland.

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