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How to pronounce gouda cheese?

"Gouda" is pronounced as "HOW-dah" or "GOO-dah."

The first syllable is typically pronounced with a long "ou" sound, similar to the word "how," and the second syllable is pronounced with a short "ah" sound, like the "ah" in "father." So, it can be pronounced as either "HOW-dah" or "GOO-dah," depending on regional variations and personal preference.