How to pronounce Mozartkugel

In the International Phonetic Alphabet it is /ˈmoːtsartˌkuːɡl̩/. In plain English letters that is MOHT-sart-koo-gel, with the stress on the syllable in capitals. The recording above is by Jeuwre, a native speaker, shared on Wikimedia Commons.

What is Mozartkugel?

Mozartkugel is a snack of Austria. Where it comes from: Salzburg. People usually eat it as a snack and at teatime. Its main ingredients are nuts & seeds. It tastes sweet and rich.

Where Mozartkugel comes from

Mozartkugel is one of 29 signature dishes of Austria on this map. See all dishes from Salzburg.

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