word
Food
pierogi
pih-ROH-gee
pɪˈroʊɡiListen
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Syllable breakdown
pierogi
Dictionary meaning
Polish dumplings made of unleavened dough stuffed with filling, typically mashed potato with cheese, cabbage, meat, or fruit.
History and origin
Polish — from Old Church Slavonic 'pirŭ' (feast).
Examples
- She made her grandmother's recipe for pierogi stuffed with potato and cheddar.
Common mispronunciations
PEER-oh-geepee-ROH-gee
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