How to pronounce zesty
American English pronunciation
ZES-tee
- IPA
- /ˈzɛsti/
- Syllables
- ZES · tee (2 syllables, stress on the 1st)
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What zesty means
Full of sharp fresh flavor
In a sentence: The salad had a zesty dressing with bits of lemon.
Where it comes from: From zest plus -y, meaning full of lively flavor.
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