NYT Dictionary

BURRATA

/bəˈɹɑtə/
NounBUR-ra-tabur-ra-ta · 3 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2023, 2024, 2026

Meaning

A fresh southern Italian cheese similar to creamy mozzarella.

Etymology

Origin: Italian

Borrowed from Italian burrata, from burro (“butter”).

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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