Step by step
- Say "pom-uh-DOR-oh" in English.
- For Italian, stress DO: "po-mo-DO-ro".
- One block is "a pomodoro"; several are "pomodoros" (Italian: pomodori).
At a glance
| Language | Sounds like | Stress |
|---|---|---|
| English | pom-uh-DOR-oh | Third syllable |
| Italian | po-mo-DO-ro | Third syllable |
| Plural | pomodoros (pomodori in Italian) | Same stress |
Related questions
Is it related to pasta sauce?
Same word: pomodoro sauce is tomato sauce.
Do I need the Italian accent?
No, the English pronunciation is perfectly normal.
Who was Francesco Cirillo?
An Italian consultant who developed the method as a university student.
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Updated November 14, 2026.