How to pronounce wurst
Say it like WURST. Wurst is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- WURST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wurst pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of wurst
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WURST.
What does wurst mean?
- A German- or Austrian-style sausage.
Where does wurst come from?
Akin to Old Saxon worst (“wurst”), Old English weorþan (“to turn, become”).
Words that rhyme with wurst
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wurst.
Words that sound like wurst
Questions about saying wurst
How do you pronounce wurst?
Say WURST. The American pronunciation is /wɝst/. In British English it is /wɜːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wurst?
Wurst is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: WURST.
Is wurst 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 /wɜːst/ (WURST).
What words sound the same as wurst?
Wurst sounds the same as worst in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.