tiramisu

noun

tir·​a·​mi·​su ˌtir-ə-ˈmē-(ˌ)sü How to pronounce tiramisu (audio)
-ˈmi-;
-mē-ˈsü How to pronounce tiramisu (audio)
: a dessert made with ladyfingers, mascarpone, and espresso

Examples of tiramisu in a Sentence

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Michelin highlighted dishes such as bulgogi meatballs with truffle tomato sauce and pasta, as well as tiramisu made with misugaru and makgeolli. Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026 Add it to an affogato for a post-dinner treat that won't keep you up all night, include it in your favorite chocolate cake recipes, or use it to make a rich dish of tiramisu. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026 Flavors include classic, tiramisu, matcha, raspberry, maple and chocolate. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026 From a lemon-y take on tiramisu to savory meat that's perfect for the grill, here are the food finds to add to your cart during your next shopping trip. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for tiramisu

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tiramisu was in 1982

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“Tiramisu.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tiramisu. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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