Gouda

noun

Gou·​da ˈgü-də How to pronounce Gouda (audio)
: a mild cheese of Dutch origin that is similar to Edam but contains more fat

Examples of Gouda in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The domino arepa marries rich black beans fragrant with cinnamon and guajillo, and a tangy blend of mozzarella, Gouda and feta cheeses. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 The Gouda variety has a surprisingly smoky richness that pairs with the chicken base, but Hot Honey has become the office favorite for its balance of sweetness and heat. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026 Multiple cheeses work for this dish -- Parmesan, Fontina, Gouda, mozzarella, Havarti, provolone, white and orange cheddar. — ABC News, 9 July 2026 Gouda cheese and Everything Bagel seasoning jazz up these classic Hawaiian roll sliders that are an any-occasion crowd favorite. — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for Gouda

Word History

Etymology

Gouda, Netherlands

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Gouda was in 1885

Browse Nearby Words

goud
Gouda
Goudy
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Gouda.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Gouda. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

Copy Citation

Geographical Definition

Gouda

geographical name

Gou·​da ˈḵau̇-də How to pronounce Gouda (audio)
ˈgau̇-, 
ˈgü- How to pronounce Gouda (audio)
commune in the southwestern part of the Netherlands northeast of Rotterdam and famous for its cheese (Gouda)

More from Merriam-Webster on Gouda

Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about Gouda

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

Listen to the pronunciation of compunction

See Definitions and Examples »

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

'Affect' vs. 'Effect'

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

The Exceptions of '-s' and '-es' Plurals

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

16 Food Words Recently Added to the Dictionary

The Real Origin of 'Supercalifragilistic'

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

7 Words for Bad Endings and Rough Situations

Did 'orange' the fruit or the color come first?
See More

Popular

See More

'Affect' vs. 'Effect'

16 Food Words Recently Added to the Dictionary

The Real Origin of 'Supercalifragilistic'
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
artwork of illustrated limes with the text limes and smile with an arrow connecting the two words
Quiz: Spot the Anagram! Scramble these words to find new words with the e...
See All