How to pronounce spaetzle
Say it like SHPET-sul. Spaetzle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHPET).
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- SHPET
- sul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spaetzle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHPETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- sulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of spaetzle
American and British speakers say spaetzle in essentially the same way: /ˈʃpɛtsəl/ in the US and /ˈʃpɛtsəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SHPET-sul.
What does spaetzle mean?
- A heavy egg noodle or dumpling used in the cuisine of southern Germany and Austria
Where does spaetzle come from?
From German Spätzle, from Swabian Spätzle (compare Alemannic German Spätzli).
Words that rhyme with spaetzle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of spaetzle.
Questions about saying spaetzle
How do you pronounce spaetzle?
Say SHPET-sul. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃpɛtsəl/. In British English it is /ˈʃpɛtsəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spaetzle?
Spaetzle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHPET). Broken into parts: SHPET · sul.
Do Americans and Brits say spaetzle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʃpɛtsəl/ and the British form is /ˈʃpɛtsəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.