pepperoni
What is another word for pepperoni? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A spicy, cured sausage of Italian-American origin, made from pork and beef.
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How to use pepperoni
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pepperoni pizza
a slice of pepperoni
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian peperoni, meaning "bell peppers" — the name shifted meaning when it crossed into American English.
Full origin of pepperoni →Frequently asked questions
What does “pepperoni” mean?
The word “pepperoni” means a spicy, cured sausage of Italian-American origin, made from pork and beef. In plain terms, a spicy sliced sausage, most commonly known as a pizza topping.
How do you pronounce “pepperoni”?
“Pepperoni” is pronounced peh-puh-ROH-nee (/pɛpəˈɹoʊni/ in IPA).
How do you use “pepperoni” in a sentence?
Here is “pepperoni” used in a sentence: “He ordered a large pizza topped with pepperoni.”
What part of speech is “pepperoni”?
“Pepperoni” is a noun.
Where does the word “pepperoni” come from?
The word “pepperoni” comes from Italian. Borrowed from Italian peperoni, meaning "bell peppers" — the name shifted meaning when it crossed into American English.
