tiramisu

noun

tir·​a·​mi·​su ˌtir-ə-ˈmē-(ˌ)sü 

-ˈmi-;

-mē-ˈsü 

: a dessert made with ladyfingers, mascarpone, and espresso

Examples of tiramisu in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Flavors include custard, cherry vanilla, mocha, pistachio and tiramisu. — Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2026

Dishes that are emblematic of Italian cuisine include pizza, various pasta dishes (such as lasagna and pasta alla carbonara), risotto, osso buco, and tiramisu. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026

This year, McDonald's introduced a new line of caramel apple pie coffees, while Dunkin' is offering matcha and tiramisu beverages. — Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Sep. 2026

Sweets to finish off the meal will include tiramisu, cannoli and biscotti. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian tiramisù, from tirami su!, literally, pull me up!

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tiramisu

• hullabaloo
• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup