pizza de pepperoni
/piθθa de pebpeɾoni/from spelling rules
The English phrase "pepperoni pizza" is translated into Spanish as pizza de pepperoni.
The term refers to a pizza topped with slices of spicy salami.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is constructed using the noun pizza, the preposition de (of) and the noun pepperoni. Literally, it translates to "pizza of pepperoni".
Which one should you use?
You may also encounter Pizza con pepperoni or Pizza de salame picante.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some regions, the term Pizza de salame picante is used to refer to pepperoni.
How do you pronounce it?
/piθθa de pebpeɾoni/
Did you know?
- In Spain, you are more likely to find pizza de salchichón or pizza de chorizo than pizza de pepperoni, as these local cured meats are the traditional spicy alternatives.
- The word pizza shares a common ancestor with the Byzantine Greek word píta, which originally referred to a flat bread or cake.
- If you order a pizza de pepperoni in many parts of Spain or Argentina, you might receive a pizza with just regular salami. To be safe, it is better to ask for salame picante to ensure you get the spicy version.
Examples in context
- Quiero una pizza de pepperoni.I want a pepperoni pizza.
- La pizza de pepperoni es mi favorita.Pepperoni pizza is my favorite.
- Pedimos una pizza de pepperoni para compartir.We ordered a pepperoni pizza to share.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are deciding what to order for dinner.
- Javier¿Quieres pedir una pizza de pepperoni, Lucía?Do you want to order a pepperoni pizza, Lucía?
- LucíaSí, me encanta la pizza de pepperoni.Yes, I love pepperoni pizza.
- JavierPerfecto, voy a pedirla ahora.Perfect, I am going to order it now.
- LucíaGracias, Javier.Thanks, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, pizza, CC BY-SA 4.0.
