The Italian pronunciation of Andrea is:
ahn-DREH-ah
Phonetic Breakdown
- ahn: Like the “a” in “father.”
- DREH: A rolled or tapped “r” followed by a short “e” (as in “get”).
- ah: Another open “a” sound.
Key Notes
- Stress: The emphasis is on the second syllable (DREH).
- The “R”: It is slightly flipped or trilled with the tip of the tongue against the roof of the mouth.
- Gender: In Italy, Andrea is primarily a masculine name.