How to pronounce bratwurst
Say it like BRAT-werst. Bratwurst has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAT).
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- BRAT
- werst
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bratwurst pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- werstKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of bratwurst
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BRAT-wust.
What does bratwurst mean?
- A small (typically pork) sausage, usually served fried.“Yesterday we had bratwurst for dinner.”
Where does bratwurst come from?
Borrowed from German Bratwurst.
Questions about saying bratwurst
How do you pronounce bratwurst?
Say BRAT-werst. The American pronunciation is /ˈbrætwɚst/. In British English it is /ˈbrætwəst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bratwurst?
Bratwurst has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAT). Broken into parts: BRAT · werst.
Is bratwurst pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈbrætwəst/ (BRAT-wust).