A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Schnitzel
A breaded meat cutlet, famously from Austria and Germany. Hear the 'sh' sound.
schnitzel
SHNIT-suhl
/ˈʃnɪt.səl/ · SHNIT · suhl
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It's a popular dish often served with potatoes or salad.
Where the word comes from
The word comes from German 'Schnitzel', meaning 'a slice'. It's related to the verb 'schneiden', meaning 'to cut'.
Common ways people get it wrong
- SKNIT-suhl The initial 's' is pronounced like 'sh' in 'shoe', not like 'sk' in 'skate'. Remember the 'sh' sound.
- SHIN-tsel The 'i' sound is short, like in 'sit', not long like in 'shine'. The 'tz' is a single 'ts' sound, not 'tsel'.
Frequently asked
How do you pronounce schnitzel?
It's pronounced SHNIT-suhl. The 's' is a 'sh' sound, like in 'shoe', and the 'i' is short, like in 'sit'.
What is schnitzel made of?
Schnitzel is typically a thin, breaded, and pan-fried cutlet. It's most commonly made from veal, pork, or chicken.
Is schnitzel German or Austrian?
While strongly associated with Austrian cuisine (especially Wiener Schnitzel), it's also a very common dish throughout Germany and other parts of Central Europe.
